Benin Republic Unleashes 'Killer Squad' to Challenge Super Eagles in AFCON Qualifier Showdown



Benin Republic has announced a formidable 24-man squad to face Nigeria's Super Eagles in a crucial Matchday 5 clash of the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifiers. Currently sitting in second place with 6 points, the Cheetahs have their sights set on an upset over Nigeria, a victory that would significantly boost their chances of securing a spot in the upcoming tournament.

Benin’s head coach, Gernot Rohr, unveiled the squad on Thursday evening, underlining the team's readiness to challenge Nigeria. With a carefully selected lineup, Rohr has built a squad that emphasizes both defensive resilience and attacking prowess, aiming to exploit any weaknesses in the Super Eagles' setup.

GARDIENS (Goalkeepers):
- Saturnin ALLAGBE  
- Marcel DANDJINOU  
- Serge OBASSA  

DÉFENSEURS (Defenders):
- Tamimou OUROU  
- Rodrigue FASSINOU  
- Rachid MOUMINI  
- David KIKI  
- Yohan ROCHE  
- Rabiou SANKAMAO  
- Mohamed TIJANI  
- Olivier VERDON 

MILIEUX (Midfielders):
- Sessi D’ALMEIDA  
- Dodo DOKOU  
- Imourane HASSANE  
- Mariano AHOUANGBO  
- Mattéo AHLINVI  
- Ghislain AHOUDO  
- Junior OLAÏTAN  
- Lenny PIRRINGUEL  
- Romaric AMOUSSOU  

ATTAQUANTS (Forwards):
- Steve MOUNIÉ  
- Jodel DOSSO  
- Andréas HOUNTONDJI  
- Steve Waren TRAORÉ  
- Aiyegun TOSIN  
- Ryan ADIGO  

SÉLECTIONNEUR (Coach):  
- Gernot ROHR

Following their match against Nigeria, Benin will conclude their qualifying campaign against the Mediterranean Knights of Libya. These final games will be pivotal for the Cheetahs, as they seek to solidify their qualification for the 2025 AFCON. Fans are eagerly awaiting the high-stakes encounter with Nigeria, which promises to be a thrilling and decisive battle.

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