Augustine Eguavoen commended the Super Eagles for their courageous performance in a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. The team, after conceding an early goal, managed to equalize through Victor Osimhen, securing their qualification for the AFCON finals ahead of their last match against Rwanda.
Super Eagles caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen, expressed pride in his team’s resilience following their 1-1 draw against the Benin Republic in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match held in Abidjan. The encounter started unfavorably for Nigeria when Mohammed Tijani of Benin found the net just 16 minutes into the game. However, Victor Osimhen salvaged a point for Nigeria with a crucial equalizer in the final moments of the match. Eguavoen commended his players for their spirited performance, particularly in the second half, which he believed was pivotal for securing the draw. He acknowledged the challenging conditions posed by heavy rain, which affected gameplay, but ultimately celebrated that Nigeria has already secured a spot in the AFCON finals before their final qualifier against Rwanda on Monday in Uyo.
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a prestigious international football tournament organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The qualification rounds are highly competitive as national teams vie for a place in the final tournament. In the ongoing 2025 AFCON qualifying series, Nigeria’s Super Eagles aimed to secure their spot through their performance in the matches, demonstrating their skill and determination on an international stage. The draw against the Benin Republic highlights both the challenges faced in qualifying and the potential of the Nigerian squad.
In conclusion, Augustine Eguavoen praised the Super Eagles for their tough fight in the draw against the Benin Republic, which illustrates their resilience and capability on the field. Despite beginning the match with a setback, the team’s ability to equalize demonstrates their fighting spirit. With the qualification for the AFCON finals already secured, the upcoming match against Rwanda will serve as a final test before the prestigious tournament.
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