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The Super Eagles currently sit fourth on the log but a win against Benin in Abidjan on Monday could see them climb up the table.
Nigeria's Super Eagles will be looking to put behind them the disappointment of playing out a 1-1 draw with South Africa when they take on Benin Republic in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Coach Finidi George suffered backlash from fans of the Super Eagles due to how he set up his team last time out against Bafana Bafana but would be hoping to get it right against the Cheetahs of Benin.
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Some fans believe the Super Eagles were robbed after being denied a clear penalty just minutes after midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru's goal cancelled out Themba Zwane's first-half strike for South Africa.
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Legendary Nigerian footballer Segun Odegbami has advised Super Eagles head coach Finidi George to develop his own playing philosophy rather than trying to emulate former coach Jose Peseiro.
However, a win against Benin in Abidjan on Monday could see the Super Eagles climb to the top of the table, assuming South Africa falter against Zimbabwe and the Lesotho vs Rwanda match ends in a draw.
Injury concerns and tactical questions as Nigeria face Benin
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru suffered a knock and was substituted in the last game. Also, Semi Ajayi picked up an injury and has been ruled out of the Benin game.
Meanwhile, Finidi could still hand Terem Moffi a starting role ahead of Victor Boniface, despite being criticized for not utilizing the Bundesliga champion against South Africa.
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Ademola Lookman, a standout star in the Europa League, failed to convert his chances against South Africa but remains a potential game-changer.
Alex Iwobi, one of Nigeria's best performers in the last match, will likely retain his midfield spot alongside Wilfred Ndidi.
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Nigeria's possible starting lineup
Nwabali; Tanimu, Awaziem, Bassey, Osayi-Samuel; Iheanacho, Yusuf, Ndidi, Iwobi, Moffi, Lookman. (4-2-3-1)
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