Former Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has expressed strong criticism of the officiating during Benin Republic’s 4-0 loss to Nigeria in their recent World Cup qualifier. Rohr, who currently manages the Benin national team, argued that key decisions by the referee were unfair, particularly regarding two goals scored by Victor Osimhen in the first half.
Rohr stated that there were clear fouls in the build-up to Osimhen’s goals which were not spotted by the match officials. He emphasized that these decisions significantly impacted the outcome of the match, suggesting that with different calls, the result could have been different.
Despite the loss, Rohr expressed pride in his team’s overall performance throughout the qualifiers. Benin finished with 17 points, the same as Nigeria, and were the only team to defeat the Super Eagles during the group stage, a victory Rohr highlighted as a significant achievement.
Looking ahead, Rohr remains optimistic about Benin’s chances in future competitions, emphasizing the team’s growth and competitive spirit. He also mentioned that the experience gained from these matches will be valuable for the team’s development.
In related news, the Super Eagles are set to begin their World Cup playoff preparations on November 9, with several players working to regain fitness in time for the crucial matches.
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