Nigeria have taken commanding control of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying encounter against Benin Republic, cruising to a resounding 4–0 victory in Uyo — led by a sensational hat-trick from Victor Osimhen and a late strike from Frank Onyeka.
The Super Eagles got off to a flying start at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, as Osimhen — in unstoppable form — opened the scoring just three minutes into the game, calmly slotting home to send the packed Uyo crowd into rapturous celebration.
The Galatasaray forward doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 37th minute with a sharp close-range finish, before completing his hat-trick six minutes after the restart, showcasing his trademark pace, precision, and composure in front of goal.
As the match drew to a close, Frank Onyeka put the result beyond doubt in the 90th minute, coolly finishing after Moses Simon’s dazzling run and pinpoint cross from the flank — a move that summed up Nigeria’s attacking dominance on the night.
With the home supporters roaring them on, the three-time African champions delivered a statement performance, reaffirming their World Cup ambitions and sending a clear message to rivals across the continent: the Super Eagles are soaring again.
