AFCON 2025Q: Eguavoen Praises Super Eagles for Resilience in Draw Against Benin
The Super Eagles, under Coach Augustine Eguavoen, achieved a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in AFCON 2025 qualifiers. Despite an early goal by Benin’s Mohammed Tijani, Victor Osimhen equalized for Nigeria late in the match. Eguavoen praised his team’s spirited performance amidst challenging conditions, confirming their qualification for the AFCON finals ahead of the final match against Rwanda.
Augustine Eguavoen, the caretaker coach of the Super Eagles, praised his team for their determination following a 1-1 draw against Benin Republic in a qualifying match for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The match took place in Abidjan where Benin Republic took an early lead with Mohammed Tijani scoring in the 16th minute. However, Nigeria equalized late in the match thanks to Victor Osimhen’s goal, which came with only eight minutes left to play. Eguavoen expressed gratitude for his players’ efforts in overcoming challenges, particularly the adverse weather conditions. He emphasized the importance of the equalizer and noted that securing a spot in the AFCON finals was a significant achievement ahead of their final qualifier against Rwanda in Uyo.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers have brought intense competition among the national teams, with each match contributing to their chances of participating in the prestigious tournament. The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national soccer team, have shown resilience under the guidance of caretaker coach Augustine Eguavoen, especially in their recent matches. The draw against Benin relative to the AFCON 2025Q has implications for the team’s morale and their qualification standing, as they prepare for their final qualifying game against Rwanda.
In summary, the Super Eagles’ recent 1-1 draw against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic showcased their fighting spirit and resilience under pressure. Coach Augustine Eguavoen commended the players for their performance, particularly in the second half, which enabled them to secure a vital equalizer. With a successful qualification for the AFCON finals already assured, the team’s focus will now shift to their concluding match against Rwanda.
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