Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen fired the Super Eagles to a comprehensive win against the Benin Republic in the AFCON 2025 qualifier.
Nigeria emphatically avenged their previous defeat to Benin Republic with a commanding 3-0 victory in their AFCON 2025 qualifier.
Led by the brilliant performances of Lookman and Osimhen, Nigeria dominated the match from start to finish, erasing memories of their painful loss in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Lookman, the Atalanta star and Ballon d’Or nominee opened the scoring with a superb solo effort late in the first half, breaking the deadlock after a period of sustained pressure from the Nigerian side.
His brilliance set the tone for what was to come in the second half.
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The introduction of Victor Osimhen off the bench proved to be a masterstroke by interim coach Augustine Eguavoen.
The Galatasaray striker, fresh from his high-profile transfer saga, made an immediate impact by doubling Nigeria’s lead with a stunning goal that showcased his world-class ability.
Not content with just one goal, Lookman sealed his exceptional performance with a second strike, completing his brace and putting the result beyond any doubt. The 3-0 scoreline fairly reflected Nigeria’s dominance throughout the match.
