AFCON 2025
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play a pivotal match against the Benin Republic on November 14 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, as they continue their pursuit of qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
On Thursday, November 14, the three-time African champions will play the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at Felix Houphet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan.
Players are scheduled to start arriving in Abidjan on November 10 for preparation.
The players, the majority of whom are foreign-based, will fly straight to Abidjan for the match rather than first traveling to Nigeria.
Super Eagles AFCON qualifiers standings
On Monday, November 18, the Super Eagles will also play the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Augustine Eguavoen, the interim coach, is scheduled to reveal his team for both matches this week.
However, the team will be without important players like Chidera Ejuke and Semi Ajayi of West Bromwich Albion both out due to injuries.
With 10 points after four games, Nigeria leads Group D in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
To guarantee their spot in the AFCON 2025 finals, they only need a point from their remaining two group games.
