AFCON 2025Q: Rohr Wary Of ‘Wounded Opponent’ Super Eagles

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Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr says his side will be up against a stronger Super Eagles side in Uyo on Saturday.

The Cheetahs defeated the Super Eagles 2-1 the last time both teams met in June.

Rohr is aware the three-time African champions will be gunning for revenge this time around.

“Nigeria is not a conquered territory, far from it. We beat Nigeria three months ago, they will certainly have a spirit of revenge which can be important and that is normal,”Rohr told Benin Football.

“They did not have certain players who are there now: Ekong, the captain, Osimhen who will be there this time, he was not there last time, and behind also they have contributions, Ola Aina is there.

“It’s going to be a stronger team than the one we beat in June in Abidjan. We are wary. In addition, at home, they have the obligation to achieve a result now after a series of draws or even defeats.

“There has been another change of coach, so we will prepare well.

“Just because you know your opponents doesn’t mean it will be easy to beat them. It’s going to be a difficult match, but we’re preparing well.”

By Adeboye Amosu