FIFA World Cup Qualifier : Preview of Benin Republic Versus Nigeria

FIFA World Cup Qualifier : Preview of Benin Republic Versus Nigeria.

By Chidi-Ebere .O. Moneme.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be looking forward to secure a very crucial victory to re - ignite their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals when they face the Squirrells of Benin Republic in their next qualification match.

The three times African Cup of Nations winners will be seeking to bounce back from their recent 1 - 1 draw game against South Africa in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

This result has added pressure on the Nigerian team, which is currently on a three - game winless streak in the campaign.

Presently sitting 5th in the Group C table with three points, Nigeria trails group leaders Lesotho who have 5 points.

The match against Benin Republic serves as an opportunity for the Super Eagles of Nigeria to close the gap and move up the group standings.

Benin Republic enters the match on a high note, following a hard fought 1 - 0 victory over Rwanda.

The win has boosted their confidence and they will be aiming to capitalize on Nigeria's recent struggles to secure another vital victory.

Benin's ambitions of qualification would receive a significant boost with a win against the Nigeria Super Eagles.

Nigeria and Benin Republic will be looking for a victory to strenghten their dreams of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they clash in the next game of the FIFA World Cup qualifier on Monday, 10th June 2024, at exactly 5pm Nigeria time, at the Late Felix Houphet Boingy Stadium in Abidjan, Cote d' Ivoire.