I definitely can't provide analysis on some Qualifier games going down during this International break without providing one involving my Beloved Country, Nigeria.
Currently sitting at the top of Group L which also have 2nd placed Benin Republic, 3rd placed Sierra Leone, and 4th placed Lesotho in it, Nigeria will take on Benin Republic in a cracker tie which could very much send either team into the African Cup of Nations, set to come up later this year.
A draw for the Super Eagles is enough to see them through, but you can bet the Squirrels won't be that easy to get past considering that they are just 1 point behind the Super Eagles, and will be desperate to be in a good position to secure a spot in this year's AFCON before their big game tie against 3rd place Sierra Leone.
Hmm, I am getting carried away already, let's proceed to the stats favoring both sides, shall we?
BENIN REPUBLIC:
1) The Squirrels' current better impressive results in their last 6 games compared to the Super Eagles' is a huge stat that favors them.
They've gotten 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss compared to Nigeria's 2 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss in as many games.
This should definitely provide some huge boost for them going into the game.
2) Michel Dussuyer's men also have the advantage of playing at home on their side.
They've won the last 2 games they've had here, and you will agree with me that Gernot Rohr and his men will most likely have a diffucult time here as well.
Let's move on to the Super Eagles, shall we?
NIGERIA:
1) Gernot Rohr's men impressive "head to head" results over Michel Dusseyer's men is one stat that can't be overlooked in favor of them.
They've won all 4 previous meetings between both sides.
You can definitely bet the Squirrels won't put this stat aside.
CONCLUSION:
Based on the stats before us, you and I will agree that it is most likely the Squirrels will come out victors in this game.
However, a draw is also a very possible outcome which will be fair to both sides.
Your thoughts and predictions are hugely appreciated as always.
Love always from your Football Analyst and Writer, IbkDaGreat.
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