Zimbabwe equalized against Benin in a thrilling 2-2 draw in the 2026 WCQ. Benin initially led with goals from Steve Mounié and Dokou Dodo, but Zimbabwe responded with goals from Marshall Munetsi and Knowledge Musona. Following the match, Benin sits atop Group C with 8 points, while Zimbabwe trails at the bottom with 3 points.
In the latest match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, Zimbabwe staged a commendable comeback, leveling the score to 2-2 against Benin. The match commenced vigorously with Benin’s striker Steve Mounié scoring the opening goal, exploiting a goalkeeping error early in the game. This momentum continued as Dokou Dodo netted a second goal for Benin, compounding Zimbabwe’s difficulties in the first half.
Despite the initial setbacks, Zimbabwe’s experienced forwards, including Knowledge Musona and Khamat Billiat, significantly invigorated their attack. Just before halftime, Marshall Munetsi highlighted their determination by scoring, providing the Warriors with a renewed sense of hope. In the second half, tactical changes by Zimbabwe’s manager Michael Nees bore fruit as Knowledge Musona scored an equalizer, bringing the match to a draw.
Post-match analysis reveals that Benin tops Group C with 8 points, while Zimbabwe and Nigeria linger at the bottom with 3 points each. The upcoming fixtures see Zimbabwe facing Nigeria in Uyo on March 24, while Benin will host South Africa in Abidjan on March 25. As the competition intensifies, Group C’s standings indicate the critical importance of each match in securing a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The match between Zimbabwe and Benin exemplified the unpredictable nature of football, as Zimbabwe capitalized on their experience to salvage a crucial point. Currently, Benin leads Group C, while both Zimbabwe and Nigeria find themselves needing stronger performances in future matches. Consequently, every game in this qualifying round will play a pivotal role in determining who advances to the World Cup.
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