Pressure as Supper Eagles battle to maintain lead over Benin Republic

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are facing growing pressure in their ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.

South Africa have surged ahead in the group standings following goals scored by South Africa’s Mbatha and Appollis in the fifth minute and 26th minutes respectively against Rwanda.

The South Africa and Rwanda match is taking place at Mbombela Stadium concurrently as the Nigeria vs Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo,

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen’s brace in the third and 37th minutes put Nigeria on 17 points, a point shy of current leaders South Africa.

The Super Eagles are currently second on the log standings as both teams begins second half,