On June 11, Benin and Nigeria engaged in a nail-biting match in the fourth round of the group stage of the World Cup qualifiers in the African zone.
At the beginning of the match, the Nigerian team was on fire. In the 28th minute, Chukwueze played a clever cross from the right and Onyedika got on the end of the ball and fired home an easy shot to make the score 1-0 to Nigeria. But Benin didn't give up as they quickly adjusted their strategy in search of an equalizer.
In the 37th minute, Benin's efforts finally paid off. 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 extra time of the first half, Benin showed their strength again. In the 45th and 3rd minute, Olaitan sent a corner kick from the right side, and Moune scored again with a precise shot, putting Benin back in front 2-1 and giving them the first signs of victory.
In the second half, both players went all out. Nigeria tried to turn the tide by stepping up their attack, but Benin's defense was a brick wall and they managed to withstand the Nigerian onslaught with excellent teamwork and resilience.
In the 85th minute, Olawoyin's cross from the right was cleared off the line by a defender's header. In the 86th minute, Onuachu's header went over the crossbar. Although these two chances were not converted into goals, Nigeria's efforts in the second half were evident.
As the referee's whistle blew, the match came to an end. Benin won this crucial battle with a 2-1 comeback victory over Nigeria. Goals from Moune and Jordel Dossou were responsible for the team's win. Nigeria, on the other hand, led in the first half but eventually failed to withstand Benin's fierce counter-attacks and lost.
