Benin, Nigeria and Super Eagles

Nigeria secured AFCON qualification but it was hardly an inspired effort against Benin
It was not pretty, but Nigeria's Super Eagles did just enough to eke out the point that cemented their place at the 2025 African Cup of Nations, drawing 1-1 with Benin on Thursday.
Benin Republic Vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Chase Early AFCON Qualification
Nigeria, with 10 points on the log, are leading the lot and need just a point to reach the competition taking place in late 2025.
AFCON 2025Q: Super Eagles deserved draw against Benin Republic – Troost-Ekong
William Troost-Ekong has said the Super Eagles deserved to earn a share of the spoils in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game against Benin
Super Eagles seal AFCON 2025 spot as Osimhen strikes late against Benin
With nine minutes remaining, Osimhen rose to the occasion, connecting with a precise cross from Moses Simon to level the score at 1-1.
AFCON Qualifiers: Osimhen’s Flying Header Earns Super Eagles a Point vs Benin
Victor Osimhen rescued the Super Eagles from the jaws of defeat with a brilliant header in the AFCON qualification fixture against the Republic of Benin.
Super Eagles of Nigeria don qualify for Afcon 2025
Afta a dramatic 90mins, Nigeria struggle dia way to end of di match as dem draw wit Benin Republic but still make am to di Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025. Veri impressive game from di Benin Republic side afta dem hold di Super Eagles to a one goal lead for di first half.
AFCONQ 2025: Nigeria’s Super Eagles fail to beat Benin Republic in Abidjan
Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Thursday failed to beat Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier in Abidjan. Mohamed Tijani gave Gernot Rohr’s side the lead in the first half. Benin Republic also dominated the game in the first half.
Former Benin Police Chief Detained On 'Rebellion' Charge
A former Benin police chief turned government critic has been detained pending trial on a charge of "incitement to rebellion", judicial sources told AFP on Friday.
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