Galatasaray manager Buruk told Osimhen to rest after he played for Nigeria against Benin
Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has been advised to give Victor Osimhen a well-deserved rest ahead of Saturday’s Istanbul derby against Basaksehir, following the striker’s intense international duty with Nigeria. The suggestion came from Now Spor commentator Veli Yigit, who believes the Nigerian forward is fatigued after his recent matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]
2026 WCQ: Olaitan rues Benin Republic’s heavy defeat to Super Eagles
Benin Republic midfielder, Junior Olaitan, has expressed deep disappointment following his team’s crushing 4-0 loss to the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their final group match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match, played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday night, ended Benin’s hopes of securing their first-ever World […]
Most important game of my career — Chelle speaks on Super Eagles vs Cheetahs
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has described the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Benin Republic as the most important match of his coaching career. The Nigerian national team will face their West African neighbours today, Tuesday, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, as they push for a spot in the 2026 FIFA […]
2026 WCQ: We will do our best to beat Benin — Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has assured Nigerians that the team is fully prepared to give their all when they face Benin Republic in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo. The three-time African champions currently sit third in Group C with 14 points from nine matches. To […]
Super Eagles Triumph Over Benin Republic in 3-0 Victory (Video)
The Super Eagles of Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a convincing 3-0 win against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. This match held extra significance because Benin had previously defeated Nigeria earlier this year during World Cup qualifying. Additionally, Benin was coached by […]