World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles In A Make Or Mar Game With Benin Republic …Kick Off Time Is 5pm Nigerian Time

The Super Eagles is engaged in a crucial match against the Squirrel of Benin Republic in a World Cup qualifiers.

The must win match comes up today at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. Time is 5pm

Former Super Eagles’ Coach, Gernot Rohr would attempt to seek ‘a pound of flesh’ for how he was treated when he was in charge of the Nigerian national team.

For Nigeria to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The game’s outcome is decisive, as Nigeria is currently third in their group and must win to have a chance, while Benin leads the group and has their destiny in their own hands.

Crucial for World Cup qualification: The match is a make-or-mar situation for the Super Eagles because they must win to continue their bid for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Failure to win would likely end their qualification hopes. 

Match details: The game is the final Group C fixture of the World Cup qualifiers and will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. 

Group standings: Benin Republic leads the group with 17 points, followed by South Africa with 15, and Nigeria with 14 points. 

What’s at stake: Benin Republic needs just a win to secure their first-ever World Cup qualification. For Nigeria, a victory is necessary, and they also need South Africa to not beat Rwanda in their match. 

Team’s current situation: The Super Eagles have secured a replacement aircraft and arrived in Uyo after their previous flight was delayed due to a cracked windscreen, as detailed in Voice of Nigeria.

For Super Eagles’ Coach, Eric Chelle, it’s a defining moment.