Benin Republic

WAFCON 2024: Ruthless Super Falcons put five past Zambia to reach semi-finals

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Super Falcons edge Benin in Lome to claim first leg advantage

Nigeria’s Super Falcons sealed a 2-0 win over Benin Republic in Lome, Togo, on Friday to claim a first-leg advantage in their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final qualifying fixture, Afrosport reports. The 10-time African champions got off to a flying start, with captain Rasheedat Ajibade hitting the crossbar inside the opening minutes at the Stade de Kegue. China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi also threatened...

Oshoala, Demehin leads early arrivals as Super Falcons hit Togo camp

2026 WAFCON Qualifiers: Super Falcons eye first leg advantage against Benin

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will look to take an early advantage when they face Benin’s Amazons in the first leg of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final qualifying fixture on Friday, Afrosport reports. The match, which will be officiated by Gambian referee Ngum Fatou, will be played at the Stade de Kegue in Lome, with kick-off set for 4 p.m. Nigerian time. GAME DAY 📣...

2026 WCQ: ‘We Can Beat Nigeria’ — Rohr confident ahead of decisive clash in Uyo

2026 WCQ: ‘We Can Beat Nigeria’ — Rohr confident ahead of decisive clash in Uyo

Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr says his team are confident of getting all three points against Nigeria in their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Uyo on Tuesday, but admits they must stay compact to contain the Super Eagles’ attacking threat, Afrosport reports. Benin sit top of Group C with 17 points, ahead of South Africa (15) and Nigeria (14). A win will seal a...

2026 WCQ: Benin’s Mounie fires warning to Super Eagles ahead of decisive clash in Uyo

2026 WCQ: Mounie issues rallying cry as Benin prepare for decisive clash with Nigeria

Benin Republic captain Steve Mounie says the Cheetahs are fully motivated for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, Afrosport reports. Gernot Rohr’s men currently lead Group C with 17 points after nine matches, sitting ahead of second-placed South Africa on 15 and Nigeria on 14. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, the Alanyaspor striker said his teammates need no extra motivation ahead of...