The Benin Republic and Nigeria will be up in an intriguing battle when both sides clash in a crucial 2022 Africa Cup of Nations ( AFCON) Qualifiers in Port Novo on Saturday.
Nigeria top group L with 8 points closely Followers by Benin Republic who have seven points from Four games.
Both sides will be desperate to earn the bragging rights in the west Africa derby for a place in Cameroon 2022.
Over the years, games between these two sides have produced entertainment, with total of 42 goals scored.
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The two teams have met on 15 Occasions, with Nigeria winning 12 games as Against Benin Republic’s one. two matches ended in Draw
Nigeria have walloped Benin Republic 7 -. 0 in two meetings 14th February 1977 and 14th January 1978.
Benin Republic’s only win against Nigeria was on 13th August 2017.
The super Eagles Lead the group L table of the AFCON qualifiers with eight points and victory over Benin or Lesotho will seal their place at the continental tournament. The three-time African champions finished third at the 2019 Edition of the Competition behind winners Algeria and Senegal.
Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe
