14.10.2025 16:54
Galatasaray's star striker Victor Osimhen is set to play a crucial match today with the Nigeria national team on the road to the 2026 World Cup. Nigeria will face Benin at home, and if they win, they will secure a playoff ticket.
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The Nigerian National Team, which could not qualify for the 2022 World Cup, does not want to make any mistakes this time. Led by Galatasaray's in-form striker Victor Osimhen, the team is heading into the most critical match of the 2026 World Cup African Qualifiers. The host team will host Benin at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium. The match will start at 19:00 Turkish time and is essentially a "do or die" situation for Nigeria.
CRITICAL BALANCE IN THE POINTS TABLE
Before the match, Benin is in second place with 17 points, while Nigeria is in third place with 14 points. Therefore, Nigeria has no luxury to accept any result other than a victory. If Nigeria wins, they will secure a playoff spot. If Benin wins or draws, the playoff chance will go to Benin. If South Africa drops points against Rwanda, Benin will go directly to the World Cup if they win.
OSIMHEN'S HISTORIC TEST
As one of the captains of the national team, Osimhen will lead the team on the field and is also the biggest hope of the fans. The star player is expected to contribute with both goals and assists in this match.
NIGERIA'S WORLD CUP GOAL
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, is of great importance for African countries. The Super Eagles want to participate in this tournament after the disappointment of 2022. The coaching staff sees the match against Benin as the "rebirth of Nigerian football."
FANS ARE HOPEFUL, ATMOSPHERE IS READY
All tickets for the Godswill Akpabio Stadium have been sold out. Fans will support Osimhen and his teammates with great enthusiasm. The Nigerian press described this match as the "Pride Match of the Nation."
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