Osimhen's Hat-trick Fires Nigeria to Intercontinental Playoffs

Victor Osimhen's hat-trick, along with a goal from Frank Onyeka, propelled Nigeria's Super Eagles to a 4-0 victory over Benin Republic, securing a place in the intercontinental playoffs. Osimhen's impressive performance, including two quick goals and a third from a lob by Mose Simon, sealed the win.

This victory, combined with South Africa's win over Rwanda, allowed Nigeria to leapfrog Benin at the top of Group C. The Super Eagles now stand as one of the top four runners-up vying for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.