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Lookman brace, Osimhen’s goal give Nigeria 3-0 victory over Benin Rep

Lookman brace, Osimhen’s goal give Nigeria 3-0 victory over Benin Rep

Ademola Lookman scored a brace while Victor Osimhen came off the bench to help Nigeria’s Super Eagles to a comfortable 3-0 victory in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Benin Republic.

Lookman scored in both halves. Osimhen struck in second half of the game.

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The victory takes Nigeria to the top of Group D as they prepare for the next tie against Rwanda on Tuesday, September 10.

It serves as a confidence booster for the Nigerian side that struggled against the Cheetahs when they met last in a 2026 World Cup qualifying game. Gernot Rohr’s side came from behind to win the one 2-1.

Lookman brace, Osimhen’s goal give Nigeria 3-0 victory over Benin Rep

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