Super Eagles of Nigeria were defeated 2-1 by Benin Republic in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.

In the 29th minute, RAPHAEL ONYEDIKA’s effort to the right corner of the post opened the score for Nigeria.

However, JODEL DOSSOU of Benin tied the score with a well-placed shot after the Super Eagles made a defensive blunder.

Benin took the lead shortly before halftime thanks to a right-footed goal by STEVE MOUNIE from a corner.

The Super Eagles lost the second half despite the introduction of VICTOR BONIFACE, PAUL ONUACHU, and IBRAHIM OLAWOYIN, among others. 

The result of this match means that Nigeria is now placed fifth, while the Benin Republic moves up to first place in the six-team table.

Nigeria, in four matches, has drawn three and lost one.