Benin coach Gernot Rohr has defined why his workforce was defeated 4-0 in opposition to Nigeria’s Tremendous Eagles in Tuesday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier.
Rohr watched as three objectives from Victor Osimhen and a aim from Frank Onyeka gave Nigeria the victory in opposition to Benin.
Talking to reporters at his post-match press convention in Uyo, Rohr recommended that it was tough for Benin to beat Nigeria as a result of Eric Chelle’s facet had been additionally enjoying for the playoffs.
He added that Benin additionally missed two suspended gamers and three injured gamers in opposition to the Tremendous Eagles.
“They began with a aim within the third minute. I don’t know whether or not it’s offside or not. We needed to construct a brand new defence due to the yellow playing cards,” Rohr stated.
“At the moment, we’re somewhat bit dissatisfied as a result of the dream of going to the World Cup is completed.
“There was an enormous disappointment as a result of we wished to go to the World Cup with our nation, Benin, for the primary time in historical past. We couldn’t; we needed to win right here.
“To win in Nigeria when Nigeria can also be enjoying for the playoffs is one thing very tough, particularly for those who miss two suspended gamers from the final recreation in Rwanda and three injured gamers we had from the September video games.
“We don’t have sufficient high-level gamers. Now we have some gamers who’re enjoying within the fifth division in France, however I’m pleased with my workforce
“I’m proud as a result of they did so nicely in these qualifiers for the World Cup, and we might hope till the final recreation immediately to go there.
“That’s the reason I’m completely happy to be the coach of this workforce. It’s a younger workforce nonetheless studying.”
