Gernot Rohr Blames Referee for Benin's 4-0 Defeat to Nigeria in World Cup Qualifier
Nigerian national team coach Gernot Rohr criticized the referee for Benin's 4-0 defeat to Nigeria in the 2026 World Cup qualifier, particularly questioning the decision to allow Victor Osimhen's first-half goal to stand. Despite the loss, Rohr expressed pride in his players' progress.
Benin finished with 17 points in the qualifiers, while Nigeria will face Gabon in the CAF playoff in March 2026 after traveling to Morocco in November.
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