AFCON Qualifiers: Watch Benin Vs Nigeria Live
The Benin vs Nigeria match is just around the corner, and here’s what we know. Nigeria is leading Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with 10 points after four matches ¹. They’ll be looking to secure their spot in the tournament with a win against Benin.
Team News:
Benin might be missing Vasteras’s forward Matteo Ahlinvi due to an injury, but Augsburg striker Steve Mounie, who scored the winning goal in June’s victory over Nigeria, is expected to play alongside Grenoble forward Junior Olaitan ¹.
On the other hand, Nigeria will be without West Brom defender Semi Ajayi and South African-based defender Olisa Ndah due to injuries. However, they’ll be boosted by the return of Real Sociedad striker Sadiq Umar and Victor Osimhen, who missed last month’s window due to an injury ¹.
Predicted Lineups:
Benin: Dandjinou; Moumini, Hountondji, Tijani, Roche; D’Almeida, Imourane, Dossou; Dodo, Olaitan, Mounie ¹
Nigeria: Nwabali; Aina, Troost-Ekong, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Ndidi, Onyeka; Iwobi; Simon, Lookman, Osimhen ¹
Analysis:
Nigeria is favored to win, given their strong squad and recent performances. However, Benin has shown they can pull off upsets, having beaten Nigeria 2-1 in their last meeting in June ² ¹. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure maximum points.
