Nigeria Thrash Benin 3-0 in AFCON Qualifier, Fans React
Nigeria kicked off their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers in dominant fashion, securing a 3-0 victory over Benin in their Group D opener. Ademola Lookman stole the spotlight with a brilliant brace, while Victor Osimhen marked his return with a goal in Uyo.
Fans Celebrate Super Eagles’ Victory
The impressive performance sparked excitement among Nigerian football fans, with many calling for Augustine Eguavoen to be given the permanent coaching role instead of hiring a foreign coach.
Key Reactions:
- Support for Local Coaches:
- “We don’t need a foreign coach—just send our local coaches for training abroad and attach them to foreign clubs.” – Dajomes Harcourt
- “Give Eguavoen a 10-year contract! He deserves it.” – Bayo Yusuf
- “Eguavoen has proven himself. Let’s make him permanent Super Eagles coach.” – Davies
- Praise for Individual Players:
- “Semi Ajayi is so efficient! You barely notice him, but he does his job with class.” – Bolarinwa Olajide
- “Ademola Lookman is Africa’s best. The CAF Player of the Year award should be in Nigeria already!” – Stardudefire
- “Lookman is our star player—so consistent! Great to see Osimhen back and scoring.” – Joshua
- Napoli’s Loss, Nigeria’s Gain:
- “Napoli will regret their actions against Osimhen—that’s all I can say.” – TIMI The Event Shark 🚀🌎
The victory has reignited belief in Nigeria’s domestic coaching talent, with many fans seeing it as proof that local coaches can lead the Super Eagles to glory. If this performance is anything to go by, Nigeria could be a serious contender in the 2025 AFCON.
