The Super Eagles of Nigeria take on the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying showdown at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports.

After a frustrating start to the qualifiers, Nigeria know that nothing short of victory will keep their World Cup hopes alive.

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The Super Eagles currently sit third in Group C with 14 points, trailing leaders Benin and second-placed South Africa, who are separated by just a few points heading into the final round of fixtures.

Group C standings of World Cup Qualifiers after 9 games

William Troost-Ekong, Victor Osimhen, and other key players will be expected to rise to the occasion against a Benin side that has been one of the biggest surprises of the campaign under former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr.

Benin's Cheetahs — Benin’s Cheetahs. Photo Credit: Benin FA / X

The Cheetahs top the group with 17 points and need just a win to secure qualification for their first-ever World Cup.

The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champions, meanwhile, will have to do without winger Ademola Lookman, who is suspended after picking up a yellow card against Lesotho.