Nigeria’s Super Eagles have advanced to the playoffs stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers following a commanding 4-0 win against Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The emphatic victory keeps Nigeria’s World Cup hopes alive as they now chase a spot in the tournament hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Victor Osimhen was the star of the night with a sensational hat-trick, scoring in the 3rd, 37th, and 51st minutes. Osimhen’s clinical finishing, combined with assists from Samuel Chukwueze and a late goal from Frank Onyeka, sealed a dominant performance for the hosts.
Despite a challenging qualifying campaign that saw inconsistent results, the Super Eagles showed resilience and determination to maintain their playoff lifeline. Nigeria now prepares to face the playoff round with hopes of securing one of the coveted nine African spots in the expanded 48-team World Cup.
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