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CHAN Qualifiers: Benin Beat Nigeria 1-0

Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have lost to Benin Republic in the 1st leg of their 2018 African Nations Championship qualifier. Advertisement With the match heading … Continue reading CHAN Qualifiers: Benin Beat Nigeria 1-0


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Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles have lost to Benin Republic in the 1st leg of their 2018 African Nations Championship qualifier.

With the match heading towards a goalless draw, Akwa United Midfielder Hafiz Aremu conceded a penalty in the 90th minute to hand the Squirrels a life line.

And they duly took it with Mama Seibou converting from the spot to secure a crucial win.

Nigeria will host the return leg at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano on Saturday, August 19.