Benin Republic is just three hours away from potentially making its inaugural appearance at the FIFA World Cup, according to Soccernet.ng.
Under the guidance of former Super Eagles manager Gernot Rohr, the Cheetahs have reached a historic milestone by accumulating 14 points across eight World Cup qualifying matches, positioning themselves for a breakthrough moment in their football legacy.
Following the official deduction of points from South Africa, Benin now leads Group C. To secure their place at the 2026 World Cup in North America, they must triumph over Rwanda and Nigeria in their upcoming fixtures.
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Andreas Hountondji, the forward for Benin and Saint Pauli, has expressed a mix of excitement and nerves as his nation stands on the brink of its first-ever World Cup qualification.
Hountondji’s Confidence in Benin’s Prospects
Despite the challenges ahead, the Burnley loanee remains optimistic about capitalizing on this golden opportunity.
“I’m genuinely eager for what’s to come. Honestly, it hasn’t fully sunk in yet how close we are to making history,” the 23-year-old shared in a conversation with FIFA.
“Representing my country is an incredible journey, deeply fulfilling on a personal level. This team means everything to us.”
“Our upcoming clash with Rwanda is crucial. Securing a win there would put us in a strong position before facing Nigeria in the final qualifier.”
“I have immense respect and affection for this squad. Reaching this stage as the qualifiers near their conclusion is truly remarkable.”
“I’m excited to witness the determination and hunger within the team. We have the chance to spark immense enthusiasm and create unforgettable moments.”
“I believe we have what it takes to succeed – the possibilities are endless,” added the former Standard Liege player.
“For any aspiring footballer, stepping onto the World Cup stage is the pinnacle of ambition,” the French-born striker continued.
“When the squad unites and truly grasps how near we are to this achievement, it will ignite a powerful motivation within us.”
“Qualifying for the World Cup for the first time would be extraordinary for Benin.”
“I’ve seen the recent developments, and it’s clear we must seize this chance.”
“With two nigeria-super-eagles-greece-star-play-more/” title=”How I Plan to Earn More Playing Time for … … Insights from the Greece…Based Super Eagles Star”>matches remaining, winning both would likely guarantee direct qualification. Our fate lies in our hands, so we must trust in our potential,” Hountondji concluded.
The Super Eagles face a challenging task ahead, especially with key players sidelined due to injuries, as they prepare to confront Gernot Rohr’s determined Benin squad.
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