On June 11, 2024, in the 4th round of the group stage of the World Cup African qualifiers, a dramatic match was played between Benin and Nigeria.
With the drums beating, Nigeria took the lead in the 28th minute when Chukwueze's cross was met by Onyedika's powerful shot to make the score 1-0. But Benin did not let the sudden lead get to them as they quickly adjusted their strategy to turn the game around.
In the 37th minute, Benin finally turned the corner. Jordel Dossou made a breakaway and fired in a precise shot to make the score 1-1, a goal that not only gave Benin a boost, but also made the game even more exciting.
In the first half extra time, Benin were on the attack. In the 45th+3rd minute, Olaitan sent a precise corner kick to Moune, who finished with his right foot to put Benin back on top 2-1, and victory seemed to be on the horizon.
In the second half, both teams fought hard. Nigeria tried to turn the tide by intensifying their attack, but Benin's defense was like a brick wall and they managed to withstand the Nigerian onslaught with excellent teamwork and resilience.
In the 85th minute, Olawoyin's precise cross from the right was cleared to the bottom line by a defender's header. In the 86th minute, Onuachu's header went over the crossbar. Although these two chances could not be converted into goals, they reflected the efforts of the Nigerian team in the second half.
As the referee's whistle blew, the match came to an end. Benin made a comeback to win this crucial battle against Nigeria with a 2-1 victory. Goals from Moune and Jordel Dossou were responsible for the win. Nigeria, on the other hand, led in the first half but could not withstand Benin's fierce counter-attacks and lost.
