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Ademola Lookman & Victor Osimhen inspire Nigeria to win over Benin in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier

From the kickoff, the home team seized control, launching a flurry of attacking chances. The visitors, struggling to find their footing, managed their first shot on goal only in the 40th minute, which was well saved by goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.&nbsp; However, just before the halftime whistle, Ademola Lookman dazzled with a mesmerising run, slipping past defenders to score and put the Super Eagles 1-0 up as they headed into the break.In the second half, both teams aimed to seize control, with Benin showing improvement. However, Benin’s task became even tougher when Victor Osimhen extended the home side’s lead to 2-0 in the 78th minute. Shortly after, Lookman added his second goal, sealing a 3-0 victory for the Super Eagles.

WHAT HAPPENED?

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The Super Eagles clinched a silver medal at the last Afcon in Ivory Coast and are now battling for a spot in the continent’s premier tournament once again.&nbsp; They’re in Group D, alongside Benin, Rwanda, and Libya.

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Nigeria will now turn their attention to their second group stage match in the Afcon qualifiers.&nbsp;They’re set to travel to Amahoro Stadium to face Rwanda on Tuesday, September 10.

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Ademola Lookman & Victor Osimhen inspire Nigeria to win over Benin in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier | Goal.com Cameroon

The Super Eagles delivered a commanding display against the Cheetahs to win their opening Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo on Saturday.

Ademola Lookman &amp; Victor Osimhen inspire Nigeria to win over Benin in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier