The Nigerian national football team, also known as the Super Eagles, has arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Benin Republic’s national team, nicknamed the Cheetahs. The team’s arrival was initially expected on Saturday, but a flight delay caused by a cracked windscreen on the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft forced the pilot to make an unscheduled landing in Angola.
The Super Eagles contingent, comprising players and officials, eventually arrived at Uyo on Sunday at approximately 8:05 am. Upon arrival, they proceeded to the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will be staying, after completing the necessary airport formalities. The team is scheduled to face the Cheetahs at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match is a crucial encounter for both teams, as they vie for a spot in the prestigious international football tournament. The Super Eagles, led by coach Eric Chelle, will be seeking to secure a win against their West African opponents. The team’s preparation and strategy will be put to the test as they take on the Cheetahs in front of their home crowd.
The Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, with its state-of-the-art facilities, is expected to provide an electric atmosphere for the match. The stadium has hosted several high-profile football matches in the past and is well-equipped to accommodate the teams and spectators. As the match approaches, football fans in Nigeria and around the world will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of this crucial qualifying encounter.
The Super Eagles’ arrival in Uyo marks the beginning of their final preparations for the match. The team will be focusing on their training and strategy in the lead-up to the game, as they seek to secure a positive result against the Cheetahs. With the match just days away, the stage is set for an exciting and intense encounter between two teams determined to succeed in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.