William Troost-Ekong has said the Super Eagles deserved to earn a share of the spoils in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying game against Benin Republic. The Super Eagles held their hosts to a 1-1 draw at the Felix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium,

Nigeria’s spot at the next AFCON was already confirmed after Libya defeated Rwanda 1-0 earlier on Thursday at the Amahoro stadium in Kigali. However, the Super Eagles managed a 1-1 draw against Benin, with star striker Victor Osimhen finding the back of the net to level the game after conceding an early goal.

Nigeria know that a positive result against Benin will see them qualify for the next Africa Cup of Nations finals.

Although the Super Eagles have qualified for the competition, the 1-1 draw means they will finish the group as leaders.

Victor Osimhen scored a second-half goal to secure a 1-1 draw for Nigeria against the Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification match.

With nine minutes remaining, Osimhen rose to the occasion, connecting with a precise cross from Moses Simon to level the score at 1-1.

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers are underway, and one of the most anticipated matches is between Benin and Nigeria. This fixture is

Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Thursday failed to beat Benin Republic in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier in Abidjan. Mohamed Tijani gave Gernot Rohr’s side the lead in the first half. Benin Republic also dominated the game in the first half.