June 11, 2024 - The World Cup African qualifying group stage is in full swing, with the Beninese internationals battling the Eagles of Nigeria in a riveting 4th round clash.
With the drums of war beating, the Nigerian Army took the lead in the onslaught. In the 28th minute, Chukwueze played a clever cross from the right and Onyedika quickly adjusted his position and slammed a shot through the goal to give Nigeria a 1-0 lead. But Benin didn't sink there as they quickly adjusted their strategy in search of a comeback.
In the 37th minute, Benin finally turned the corner. Jordel Dossou made a breakaway in front of the goal and pushed the ball into the goal to equalize the score at 1-1. This goal not only boosted Benin's morale, but also made the game more exciting.
In the first half extra time, Benin was on the attack. In the 45th+3rd minute, Olaitan sent a precise corner kick from the right side, which Moune finished with his right foot to put Benin back in front 2-1, with victory on the line.
The match resumed and both players tried their best. The Nigerian team tried to turn the situation around by stepping up their offense, but the Beninese defense was like a brick wall, and they managed to withstand the Nigerian onslaught with excellent teamwork and tenacious fighting spirit.
In the 85th minute, Olawoyin sent a precise cross from the right side of the field, and the ball was tipped over the line by a defender. In the 86th minute, Onuachu's header went over the crossbar. Although these two chances could not be converted into goals, Nigeria's efforts in the second half were evident.
In the end, as the referee blew the whistle for the end of the match, Benin came back to win this crucial match 2-1 against Nigeria. Goals from Moune and Jordel Dossou were responsible for the win. Nigeria, on the other hand, led in the first half but eventually failed to withstand Benin's comeback and lost.
