Super Eagles Crush Benin 4-0 to Keep World Cup Dreams Alive

It was a night to remember in Uyo as the Super Eagles of Nigeria roared back to life with an emphatic 4-0 win over Benin Republic in a must-win FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, October 14.

The victory, which came at a time when the team’s qualifying hopes seemed to be slipping away, reignited Nigeria’s campaign and secured their place in the interconfederation playoffs.

Osimhen Inspires a Ruthless Super Eagles Performance

From the first whistle, it was clear the Super Eagles meant business. The atmosphere at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium was electric, and the fans didn’t have to wait long before the first cheer echoed across the stands.

Victor Osimhen opened the scoring just three minutes into the game, calmly slotting home after connecting with a beautiful through ball. The Galatasaray S.K star continued to dominate the Beninese defence, doubling Nigeria’s lead in the 37th minute with a superb header that left the goalkeeper helpless.

Second-Half Brilliance

Despite the two-goal cushion, Nigeria knew they needed more to seal qualification hopes. The urgency carried into the second half, and once again, Osimhen delivered. In the 51st minute, he completed his hat-trick with a stunning finish, sending the home fans into wild celebration.

It was a display of confidence and hunger that had been missing in previous games — a reminder of what this team can achieve when firing on all cylinders.

Onyeka’s Late Strike Seals the Victory

As the game edged into stoppage time, substitute Frank Onyeka added the icing on the cake with a beautifully struck volley, wrapping up a dominant 4-0 win. The goal sent the stadium into a frenzy and confirmed Nigeria’s return to form.

A Rebirth for the Super Eagles

After a shaky start to their World Cup qualifying campaign, this result felt like redemption. The players looked united, confident, and purposeful — a far cry from their earlier struggles.

Coach Eric Chelle’s men now have renewed belief as they march toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For fans across Nigeria, this performance wasn’t just a win — it was a statement that the Super Eagles are ready to soar again.