Nigeria vs Benin Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The previous confrontation between these ended in a 1-1 draw.

The Nigeria national football team are all set to host the Benin national football team in the matchweek 10 fixture of the FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. This is going to be an intense fixture, which will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.

The Super Eagles are coming in after securing a 2-1 win against Lesotho in their previous World Cup qualifying fixture. It was a close fixture, but the Nigeria national football team maintained their composure till the end, which helped them secure a win. They will be at home for their upcoming fixture, keeping them confident.

The Benin national football team also secured a win in their previous fixture. They secured a 1-0 win against Rwanda in what was an intense game.

Les Guépards have performed well in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Even though they will be away from home, Benin will be feeling confident due to their current form.

Kick-off:

• Location: Uyo, Nigeria
• Stadium: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, October 14
• Kick-off Time: 09:30 p.m. IST/ 04:00 p.m. GMT/ 12:00 p.m. ET/ 09:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

🚨 Update: The @NGSuperEagles have finally arrived Uyo after a delay in Luanda, Angola due to issues with the aircraft conveying them back home after the win over Lesotho. Now to get one over Benin!Yes. We can. pic.twitter.com/hNUGidhCsO

— The NFF 🇳🇬 (@thenff) October 12, 2025

Form:

Nigeria: L-W-W-D-W

Benin: L-L-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)

Victor Osimhen will be looking to step up his game to help his national football team in the attacking front. He has scored three goals in four World Cup qualifying games for the Super Eagles. Although Osimhen failed to secure a goal in the previous fixture, he is still going to be a genuine menace for the opponent’s defence.

Steve Mounie (Benin)

In nine appearances of the ongoing CAF FIFA World Cup qualifiers, Steve Mounie has scored five goals. He is yet again going to play an important role in the attacking front for the Benin national football team. He will be one of the main men in the final third and is ready to deliver a top performance.

Match Facts

• The Super Eagles have won three of their last five matches against Benin.
• Les Guépards are on a three-match winning streak.
• Nigeria are unbeaten in their last four matches.

Nigeria vs Benin: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nigeria to win @4/11 bet365
• Victor Osimhen to score @11/4 bet365
• Goals under 3.5 @3/13 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Cyriel Dessers is likely to miss out for Nigeria due to fitness issues.

Benin might miss out on the services of Junior Olaitan due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 19

Nigeria won: 14

Benin won: 2

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Nigeria predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Nwabali (GK); Fredrick, Troost-Ekong, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Simon, Ndidi, Iwobi; Arokodare, Osimhen, Lookman

Benin predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Dandjinou (GK); Ouorou, Verdon, Tijani, Roche; D’Almeida, Imourane; Dossou, Dokou, Hountondji; Mounié

Match Prediction

This will be an intense fixture between the two teams, but the Nigeria national football team are likely to come out on top against Benin in their next World Cup qualifier.

Prediction: Nigeria 2-1 Benin

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: TNT Sports

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