Andreas Hountondji of Benin Republic has pointed out the possibility of his country outperforming the Bafana Bafana and the Super Eagles to secure the top spot in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifying series.
He highlighted the importance of Benin’s game against Rwanda at the weekend, emphasizing that the game is a must-win.
South Africa, who had been leading Group C, fell to second place, tied with Benin on 14 points after FIFA deducted 3 points due to an ineligible player.
Nigeria is currently third with 11 points, having already suffered a defeat at the hands of Benin Republic in the first leg of their two-legged encounter.
, a Burnley loanee, emphasized that his team would be remiss not to capitalize on the opportunity presented by South Africa’s points deduction. “Our upcoming match against Rwanda will be crucial.
If we secure three points, we will be well-positioned ahead of our final game against Nigeria,” he stated to fifa.com.
Hountondji remarked on Fifa’s points deduction for South Africa, saying, “I saw the announcement, and I think it would be prudent to recognize this as a legitimate chance.
We have two matches to go, and winning both would substantially improve our direct qualification prospects.
As our destiny is in our own hands, we must trust in our abilities,” he added.
Benin will face the Super Eagles in Nigeria on Tuesday following their match against Lesotho on Friday.
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