Gernot Rohr, head coach of the Benin Republic, acknowledges Nigeria's superior squad ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifier. Despite a previous victory against Nigeria in June, Rohr highlights the absence of key players like Victor Osimhen. The match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.
In a pre-match conference, Gernot Rohr, head coach of the Benin Republic national football team, acknowledged that Nigeria possesses a stronger squad as they prepare to face each other in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers. Rohr noted that during their last encounter in June, which resulted in a surprising 2-1 victory for Benin, Nigeria was without key players Victor Osimhen and Ola Aina. He emphasized that this time, with Nigeria fielding a complete team, the challenge would be significantly tougher.
Rohr, who previously managed the Super Eagles, shared insights into the strengths of Nigerian players, many of whom compete in top leagues worldwide. He expressed optimism about his team's potential despite the disparity in experience and talent, highlighting the importance of youthful energy in his squad. As both teams gear up for their match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria, kicking off at 5:00 PM WAT, Rohr remains hopeful that his familiarity with Nigeria’s playing style will provide Benin with a competitive edge. The clash promises to be an exciting start to the qualification journey for the prestigious tournament in Morocco.
