Benin have solidified their lead in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C qualifiers . This follows their 1-0 win away against Rwanda in Kigali, yesterday evening.
Benin now sit on 17 points with 1 match to go, while South Africa remain second with 15 points from 9 matches played.
Meanwhile, Nigeria have beaten Lesotho 2-1 in Polokwane to keep their qualification hopes alive in the group.