Nigeria hosted Benin Republic in a 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier yesterday.
It was the first game of the qualifying series for both countries.
The Super Eagles were favourited to not just win the game, but also to qualify from Group L for the tournament.
The Super Eagles squad was made up of;
Akpeyi; Aina, Collins, Ekong, Ajayi; Ndidi, Iwobi, Aribo; Kalu, Chukwueze, Osimhen
Goals from Victor Osimhen and Samuel Kalu gave Nigeria it’s first three point in Group L on the road to the 2021 Nations Cup.
So it was 2-1 in favour of Nigeria and Osimhen, Kalu were on target as Eagles overcame the stubborn Squirrels of Benin Republic in Uyo, Nigeria.
Congratulations Nigeria!!!