On June 11, Benin and Nigeria faced off in an exciting match in the 4th round of the World Cup African qualifying group stage.
As the battle started, the Nigerian team was like a tiger coming down from the mountain, with a strong desire to attack. In the 28th minute, Chukwueze crossed the ball to the right and Onyedika quickly adjusted and fired a shot to make the score 1-0 in favor of Nigeria. But Benin did not concede defeat as they quickly adjusted their strategy to turn the game around.
In the 37th minute, Benin turned the tables. Jordel Dossou made a breakaway and fired a shot into the net to make it 1-1, a goal that boosted Benin's morale and made the game even more enthralling.
Benin's offense continued in the extra time of the first half. In the 45th+3rd minute, Olaitan took a corner kick from the right side and Moune was able to score to put Benin back on top, 2-1, and the victory was on the line.
In the second half, the players on both sides fought hard. The Nigerian team tried to fight back, but the Beninese defense was solid and managed to withstand the onslaught of their opponents thanks to excellent teamwork and resilience.
In the 85th minute, Olawoyin's cross from the right was headed off the line by a defender. In the 86th minute, Onuachu's header went over the crossbar. Although the two attacking chances could not be converted into goals, the effort of the Nigerian team was evident.
As the referee's whistle blew, the match came to an end. Benin won this crucial battle against Nigeria with a come-from-behind 2-1 victory. Goals from Moune and Jordel Dossou were key to the team's victory. Nigeria, on the other hand, led in the first half but could not withstand Benin's fierce counter-attacks and lost.
