Former Bayern Munich defender and current Benin Republic head coach, Gernot Rohr, has issued a strong warning to Nigeria’s Super Eagles ahead of their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports.
Speaking after Benin’s 2-2 draw with Zimbabwe, Rohr — who once managed the Super Eagles — praised the Warriors’ fighting spirit and hinted at their determination to cause trouble for Nigeria when both teams meet at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Tuesday.
At the post-match press conference, Rohr, whose team are still in contention for their first-ever World Cup qualification, seems satisfied with their result against Zimbabwe.
“The 2-2 draw is okay. In the first half, we were the better team, but they dominated in the second half. 2-2 is always one point,” said the former Super Eagles coach.
He added: “We knew that it was the last chance for Zimbabwe to qualify for the World Cup. Now, with three points, it is finished,
“But they are fighting very well and I know with this coach and his staff, they will do the same in Uyo and the same against Rwanda and Lesotho.”
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