WCQ: ‘Carry this energy to playoffs’ — Nigerians urge Super Eagles after win over Benin
Some Nigerian football supporters have reacted to the Super Eagles’ 4-0 victory over the Benin Republic in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
DAILY POST reports that a hat-trick from Victor Osimhen and a goal from Frank Onyeka secured the win for Nigeria in Uyo.
The Super Eagles are now among the four best runners-up from Africa, after finishing 17 points behind leaders South Africa in Group C.
Following the match, supporters took to their X accounts to share their thoughts on the game.
Here are some comments gathered by DAILY POST from X:
@Etz_Kvng_Sayntz: “Well-deserved win
Kudos @NGSuperEagles.”
@eminence_kiss: “Shame on all those bashing Osimhen.”
@GbemiAbudu: “They played their hearts out. Well done!”
@MiracleEmeka99: “Can’t believe u guys can actually step up in games like this, just that it’s kind of useless since we didn’t get to qualify to the World Cup from the group stage.
“This shows why it’s better to start the game at the sound of the whistle rather than chasing.”
@Ashaolu69: “Playoffs here we come.”
@lanretobi4: “The boys did well.”
@muminahspages: “It’s not over till it’s over.”
@MUzoho5: “We live to fight another day. Hopefully, we actually qualify for the World Cup via the playoffs.”
@iamleesarh: “Please carry this energy to the playoffs.”
