AFCON 2025
Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has revealed where the Super Eagles of Nigeria might have problems ahead of the match between both sides on Thursday on Thursday November 14, 2024.
The Cheetars will take on the Super Eagles in Abidjan on match day 5 of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The Franco-German highlighted where he hopes the three-time Africa Cup of Nations champions will have difficulties.
Rohr, who managed the Super Eagles between 2016-2021 said this while explaining where he invited some players including Remo Stars goalkeeper, Adebiyi Obassa to the team.
“It is Serge Obassa in the list of three goalkeepers with Alagbé and Dandjinou. And then we also have the return of Lenny Piringuel who, with his new club, Rouen, is starting to find his marks, his liveliness, interests us a lot. Especially against a Nigerian team that could have small problems in defense, we hope.”
“Obviously, Sergio Obassa knows Nigerian football very well since he plays for Remo Stars, which is one of the best clubs in Nigeria at the moment. So his experience and know-how can also be useful to us, whether in training or possibly in matches”.
Nigeria defeated Benin Republic 3-0 in the first leg in September which took place at the Goodwill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.
The Super Eagles only need a point to seal qualification for the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco next year.
Quotes via Mega Sports
