Nigeria vs Benin LIVE UPDATES: Desperate Super Eagles chase vital World Cup points in Uyo

Nigeria vs Benin LIVE UPDATES: Desperate Super Eagles chase vital World Cup points in Uyo

After a turbulent campaign marked by inconsistent performances and missed opportunities, Nigeria must deliver three precious points to keep their World Cup hopes alive

Rohr Admits Nigeria Too Strong After Benin’s World Cup Dreams Collapse

Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has admitted that his side was completely outclassed by Nigeria following their 4–0 defeat in the final round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Uyo on Sunday. Speaking after the match, the former Super Eagles boss expressed disappointment at missing out on a historic World Cup qualification but conceded that the Nigerian team was simply “too strong” for his players. Read Also: Troost-Ekong: Super Eagles …

"Wetin be this one": Super Eagles captain cautions Stanley Nwabali during 2026 WCQ vs Benin, video

Tension in Uyo as Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi confronts Stanley Nwabali during the 2026 WCQ clash against Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.

Super Eagles’ Victory Rekindles National Pride

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their emphatic 4-0 victory over the Cheetahs of the Benin Republic and commended the team for keeping the nation’s hope alive as they pursued qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the Super Eagles for the hunger, passion, and determination displayed on the field in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, noting that the superlative perfo…

Peter Obi Hails Super Eagles’ Victory Over Benin, Praises Teamwork and National Spirit

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has commended the Super Eagles for their emphatic victory over Benin Republic, describing the performance as a display of “true Nigerian spirit, strength, dominance, and unity.” In a statement issued late Monday after a full day of commissioning and campaign activities in Anambra State, Obi said he made time to watch the match despite a demanding schedule that began at 6 a.m. “I watched with so much confid…

Osimhen Hat-Trick Fires Super Eagles Past Benin in Uyo

Victor Osimhen was on fire in Uyo as he netted a stunning hat-trick to lead Nigeria to a 4–0 win over Benin in Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium to ensure that Softfootball’s win prediction in the pregame analysis for the Super Eagles was spot on. The Galatasaray forward didn’t waste time; just three minutes in, he latched onto a clever ball from Samuel Chukwueze and slotted home with his trademark calmness. He a…