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Nigeria's Super Eagles face their ultimate test today in Uyo, battling Benin Republic in a do-or-die World Cup qualifier where only victory can keep their 2026 tournament dreams alive against a side led by their former coach.
Key Points:
- Benin leads Group C with 17 points, while Nigeria sits third with 14 points
- The Super Eagles must win to have any chance of automatic qualification
- A draw would secure historic first World Cup qualification for the Benin Republic
- Nigeria will be without suspended forward Ademola Lookman due to yellow cards
- Benin coach Gernot Rohr previously managed Nigeria from 2016 to 2021
- South Africa's 3-point deduction for fielding an ineligible player revived Nigeria's hopes
- Benin defeated Nigeria 2-1 in their previous qualifier in June 2024
- The match kicks off at 5:00 PM Nigeria time at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, broadcast live on SuperSport with updates on the Super Eagles' official social media
Sources: Vanguard News
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