The Super Eagles of Nigeria will be looking to start their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on a winning note when they face Benin Republic in their opening group game in Uyo.
The team led by interim coach Austine Eguavoen announced his starting lineup ahead of the crucial qualifying game which was played on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Super Eagles will be having the availability of some of their star players, however the major omission from the team was Victor Osimhen who joined the team late due to his transfer saga with Napoli.
For Benin Republic, Gernot Rohr will have the services of all his star players except Mohamed Tijani, who is currently struggling with a niggling injury.
The last time both countries played, Benin defeated Nigeria 2-1 at a neutral venue in Ivory Coast during the World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles dominated the tie, but they lacked the cutting edge in the final third.
Super Eagles Starting Lineup vs Benin Republic
- Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
- Defenders: Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi, Ola Aina, Bruno Onyemaechi
- Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi
- Forwards: Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, Victor Boniface
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