Matter of stats BEN v NGA: Lookman top dribbler, Osimhen top shooter, Ndidi top tackler, Bassey touches
Published: November 15, 2024
Nigeria secured their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as winners of Group D of qualifying following a 1-1 draw with neighbors Republic of Benin at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny on Thursday night.Benin took the lead in the 16th minute when Mohamed Tijani scored with a header from a corner kick delivered by Junio...
'Even Nigeria didn't win there' - Benin coach Rohr surprised by Libya's victory in Rwanda
Published: November 15, 2024
Benin head coach Gernot Rohr has expressed his satisfaction with his side's 1-1 draw with the Super Eagles in the matchday five fixture of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, played at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny on Thursday night.However, the German football tactician was surprised by Libya's victory against...
'This man is too dangerous not to score' - Okoye lauds Super Eagles saviour against Cheetahs, Osimhen
Published: November 15, 2024
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has highlighted Victor Osimhen's standout qualities as a goalscorer, noting that it is almost impossible to stop the Galatasaray striker from getting on the scoresheet.The reigning African Footballer of the Year prevented the Super Eagles from suffering another embarrassing loss to Benin...
'A team that is respected' - Eguavoen defends Super Eagles after underwhelming display against Benin
Published: November 15, 2024
Austin Eguavoen, the interim head coach of the Super Eagles, has responded to concerns about the team's underwhelming performance against Benin on Thursday night.The Super Eagles clinched their spot in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco, despite the shaky performance in the 1-1 draw against Benin ...
2025 Afcon qualifier: Three hits and three flops from Super Eagles 1-1 draw against Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Benin on Thursday night, booking their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as group winners. While some players shone, others struggled to make an impact. Here's a breakdown of three hits and three flops from the encounter.HitsWilfred NdidiThe Leicester City...
2025 Afconq: Five observations from Super Eagles' 1-1 draw against Benin's Cheetahs
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria advanced to the final of the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco after securing a 1-1 draw against Benin on Thursday night.Benin took the lead in the sixteenth minute when Mohammed Tijani capitalized on a cross from Junior Olaitan, breaking free within the box to head the ball into the net.While Nigeria spent most...
2025 Afconq Cheetahs v Super Eagles: Five winning tactics Eguavoen cannot ignore
Published: November 14, 2024
Nigeria's Super Eagles are on the cusp of securing their spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but a tricky encounter against Benin's Cheetahs stands in their way. With only one point required to confirm their qualification, Austin Eguavoen's men must avoid defeat at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny to ensure thei...
Super Eagles starting XI v Benin: Osho cap-tied; Iwobi, Ndidi, Iheanacho, Osimhen, Lookman start
Published: November 14, 2024
Allnigeriasoccer.com understands Nigeria's caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen has announced his starting lineup for the Super Eagles' 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin's Cheetahs at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan on Thursday evening.Chippa United glovesman Stanely Nwabali starts his...
Super Eagles defender Troost-Ekong gives two reasons for Nigeria's historic loss to Benin in June
Published: November 14, 2024
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has shed light on the reasons for Nigeria's historic 2-1 loss to Benin's Cheetahs in a 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifying match in June 2024.It marked the first time the three-time African champions had lost to Benin in an international match.Nigeria initially took the lead with a...
'A challenge that I enjoy' - Benin's ex-Huddersfield striker insists he's unfazed about facing Troost-Ekong
Published: November 14, 2024
Former Huddersfield Town star and Benin striker Steve Mounié is relishing the prospect of facing the Super Eagles defence marshalled by William Troost-Ekong ahead of Thursday evening's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification game at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny.Mounié has scored two goals in the last three 2025 AF...
Super Eagles final training: Sadiq involved, Osho impresses, Osimhen no issues at all, set-piece drills
Published: November 14, 2024
The Super Eagles have completed their preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin's Cheetahs in Abidjan, with their final training session held on Wednesday evening, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Nigeria's caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen,...
'I'll be saying things I'm not supposed to say' - Eguavoen on Super Eagles' hostage situation in Libya
Published: November 14, 2024
Austin Eguavoen, the interim manager of Nigeria's Super Eagles, has chosen to sidestep discussions regarding the troubling treatment the team faced during their recent trip to Libya ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations  qualifiers.The Super Eagles were held at Al-Abraq Airport for over 17 hours after their arrival ...
Technical or tactical match? Super Eagles interim coach Eguavoen keeping his cards close to his chest
Published: November 14, 2024
As the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial encounter against Benin in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, interim manager Austin Eguavoen remains tight-lipped about his team's tactical approach. Nigeria is scheduled to take-on Benin on Thursday, November 14, at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny, in Abidjan, Ivor...
'He used to be my coach' - Troost-Ekong admits Cheetahs boss Rohr has the Super Eagles playbook
Published: November 13, 2024
Speaking ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with Benin at the Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny tomorrow, William Troost-Ekong acknowledged that Gernot Rohr is familiar with the Super Eagles squad.The German tactician was in charge of the three-time Africa Cup of Nations for five years and was in the dugou...
'He knows us in and out'- Eguavoen warns Super Eagles players Rohr has inside information on Nigeria
Published: November 13, 2024
Ahead of the pivotal 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin's Cheetahs, Austin Eguavoen, the interim manager of the Super Eagles, admitted that Benin coach Gernot Rohr has inside information about the Super Eagles and has warned his players to avoid complacency.The match is scheduled for Thursday, No...