Super Eagles to face Gernot Rohr’s Benin Republic again

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been handed a tough draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, facing a reunion with their former manager, Gernot Rohr and his Benin Republic “Cheetahs” side.

The draw, conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), saw the three-time AFCON champions placed in Group D, which also includes Libya and Rwanda – the same nations that currently lead Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying group.

The clash with the Benin Republic will be a particular point of intrigue, as the Super Eagles will come up against their former coach, Gernot Rohr, who led the Cheetahs to a shock 2-1 win against Nigeria last month.

Rohr was in charge of the Nigeria national team for five years before taking over the reins of the Benin Republic team, known as the “Cheetahs”, and will now have the opportunity to take on his former employers in the quest for a place at next year’s AFCON in Morocco.

Group D of the AFCON qualifiers is shaping up to be a fiercely competitive affair, with Libya and Rwanda also posing significant threats to Nigeria’s hopes of securing a spot at the tournament.

The Super Eagles will be determined to navigate this challenging group and secure their place in Morocco, as they look to make amends for their disappointment in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Writing by Julian Osamoto; Editing by Tony Okerafor