AFCON2025Q: Benin Republic vs Nigeria: Where to watch

The Super Eagles of Nigeria vs Benin Republic is the penultimate 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match ahead of next year's competition that will be hosted in.Motocco.

This meeting between the Benin Republic and Nigeria is the 18th time that both sides will be facing each other in a competitive match. This fixture has been dominated 14 times by Nigeria, losing two and having drawn twice.

The Super Eagles need a draw in Thursday's match to guarantee a spot in the 35th AFCON, which will take place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.

Head to Head

This is the second time that both teams will be facing each other after Nigeria lost in the qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles of Nigeria recorded a 3-0 victory at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium against Benin Republic.