Nigeria, AFCON and Benin

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.
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.
UPDATED: Benin Republic, Nigeria Share Spoils In AFCON Qualifier
Although the Super Eagles have qualified for the competition, the 1-1 draw means they will finish the group as leaders.
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