Nigeria vs Benin 2026 World Cup Qualifiers – Match Date, Kickoff Time, and TV Channels
Get all the essential details about the Nigeria vs Benin match in the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including match date, kickoff time, broadcasting channels, and historical head-to-head results.
Nigeria vs Benin Match Date and Time
The highly anticipated Nigeria vs Benin clash will take place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 16:00 GMT. This crucial match is part of the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers, and both teams are competing for a place in the tournament’s final stage.
Nigeria’s Standings and Qualification Chances
Nigeria, known as the Super Eagles, leads Group 3 with 17 points. They need only 90 minutes to secure a historic qualification for the World Cup. The team is ahead by two points over Bafana Bafana and three points over Sénégal’s Super Eagles.
If Gernot Rohr’s men win in Oyo, they will qualify directly, regardless of the South Africa vs Rwanda match result. However, any slip-up could complicate their path, requiring calculations and other results to go in their favor.
Benin’s Qualification Possibilities
For Benin, the match represents a final chance to stay in the race. Victor Osimhen and teammates must defeat Nigeria and hope for a favorable outcome from Rwanda’s game. Every possibility is open in this highly competitive Group 3 scenario.
TV Channels Broadcasting Nigeria vs Benin
Fans can watch the Nigeria vs Benin World Cup 2026 qualifier on multiple platforms:
- ORTB – Benin’s national broadcaster covering the fixture locally.
- Shahid – Streaming service offering live online coverage.
- DAZN – Sports streaming platform with international football coverage.
- L'Équipe Live Foot – European sports channel providing live updates.
- FIFA+ – Official FIFA platform streaming international qualifiers worldwide.
Historical Head-to-Head: Nigeria vs Benin
Over the past 15 years, Nigeria holds a slight advantage in encounters against Benin:
- Nigeria victories: 2-0 (2008 Africa Cup of Nations), 1-0 (2010 AFCON), 2-0 (2017 African Nations Championship), 2-1 (2019 AFCON), 3-0 (2025 AFCON qualifiers).
- Benin victories: 1-0 (2017), 2-1 (2024 World Cup qualifier first leg).
- Most recent match: 1-1 draw in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
These results highlight a competitive rivalry between the two nations, making today’s match even more intriguing.
The Nigeria vs Benin World Cup 2026 qualifier promises a thrilling encounter with high stakes for both teams. Fans can enjoy live coverage on beIN Sports, ORTB, Shahid, DAZN, L'Équipe Live Foot, and FIFA+, ensuring no moment of this exciting match is missed.