The Digest:
In the wake of a decisive 4-0 victory for Nigeria's Super Eagles, Benin Republic's coach, Gernot Rohr, reflected on the factors behind the loss that ended his team's World Cup dream. Facing a Nigerian side equally desperate for a playoff spot, Rohr pointed to a combination of tactical adversity and a depleted squad as the core reasons for the defeat.
Key Points:
- Rohr cited the early goal in the 3rd minute as a significant setback.
- He stated it was "very difficult" to beat Nigeria when both teams were playing for a playoff spot.
- Benin missed two key players due to suspension and three due to injury.
- The coach admitted his team lacks high-level players, with some in France's fifth division.
- Despite the loss, he expressed pride in his team's overall qualifying campaign.
- He described the Benin squad as a "young team still learning."
- The defeat officially ended Benin's historic quest to qualify for a first World Cup.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
