Super Eagles crush Benin Republic 4-0 in World Cup qualifier
The Super Eagles crushed Benin Republic 4–0 in their final 2026 World Cup qualifier, keeping their hopes alive. Needing a big win, Nigeria delivered with Victor Osimhen opening the scoring within three minutes. He doubled the lead with a header just before halftime, and his hat-trick in the second half sealed the deal. Frank Onyeka added a stunning volley to make it 4.
With the win, Nigeria finishes second in Group C, behind South Africa, who breezed past Rwanda 3–0 to claim the automatic spot. The Eagles now anxiously wait to see if they’ll secure a place as one of Africa’s best runners-up.
