Benin Republic holds the lead in Group C of the Africa 2026 World Cup qualifiers despite drawing with Zimbabwe. A potential win for Nigeria against Rwanda could alter the standings, increasing the competition for automatic qualification.
In the latest development of the Africa 2026 World Cup qualification series, Benin Republic has ascended to the top of Group C, following a 2-2 draw with Zimbabwe. Despite having a two-goal advantage, Benin allowed Zimbabwe to equalize, which could impact their campaign moving forward. Gernot Rohr’s squad started strong with a goal from Steve Mounié, aided by a goalkeeping blunder, followed by Dodo Dokou’s goal just before halftime. However, complacency allowed Zimbabwe to score twice, with Marshall Munetsi and Knowledge Musona finding the net.
Benin currently holds the lead with eight points, while Rwanda and South Africa each have five points but with a game in hand. The upcoming match between Nigeria and Rwanda presents a crucial opportunity for Nigeria to narrow the points gap. A victory for Nigeria could elevate them to six points, positioning them closer to Benin and Rwanda, who are competing for the group’s sole automatic qualification spot. The Super Eagles will then face Zimbabwe, currently at the bottom of the group, which could enhance their standings further if they secure the win there.
In summary, despite a disappointing draw against Zimbabwe, Benin Republic retains its position at the top of Group C during the Africa 2026 World Cup qualifying series. With significant matches on the horizon, including Nigeria’s clash against Rwanda, the group remains highly competitive as teams vie for automatic qualification.
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