Super Eagles Lose 2026 World Cup Ticket to South Africa Despite Osimhen's Hat-trick

Despite Victor Osimhen's hat-trick, the Super Eagles of Nigeria lost their chance for an automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup to South Africa. The match ended in a 4-0 victory for Nigeria over Benin Republic, but South Africa's performance in their game against Rwanda secured their top spot in the group, leaving Nigeria in second place.

Nigeria will now have to compete in the playoffs to secure a spot in the World Cup.