Genot Rohr’s Benin Republic beat Rwanda to 2025 AFCON

The Cheetahs of Benin Republic, beneath the steerage of former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr, have secured qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

On Monday, 18 November 2024, Benin earned a hard-fought 0-0 draw away towards the Mediterranean Knights of Libya of their closing group match. The end result was sufficient to see them by way of to the event.

Libya had entered the sport with excessive hopes after a stunning 1-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali on matchday 5. Meanwhile, Benin had come near defeating Nigeria earlier within the marketing campaign, just for a late Victor Osimhen header to safe a draw for the Super Eagles.

In the decisive sport, Rohr’s tactical setup ensured Benin’s protection held agency towards Libya’s assaults, securing the very important level they wanted. Despite Rwanda’s sudden win over Nigeria in Uyo, Benin’s superior aim distinction noticed them clinch the second qualification spot within the group.

With Nigeria ending high, the Cheetahs be a part of the Super Eagles as representatives from their group for the AFCON 2025 event.