Benin are now within touching distance of making history, after a gritty 1–0 triumph over Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup dream burning bright.

The evening’s hero was none other than Nigerian-born striker Aiyegun Tosin, whose late strike in the 80th minute sealed all three points for the Cheetahs. Playing for French Ligue 1 side Lorient, Tosin showed poise and precision — pouncing on a rare defensive mistake from the Rwandan backline to fire Benin two points clear at the top of CAF Group C.

Rwanda had their chances, with their best moment coming from a dangerous free-kick late in the first half, but their finishing let them down. As the final whistle blew, Benin’s bench erupted in joy — they now stand just one game away from a maiden World Cup appearance.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Super Eagles, led by Victor Osimhen, remain mathematically in contention after holding off Lesotho earlier in the day. All eyes now turn to Uyo, where Benin will face Nigeria in a high-stakes final clash that could decide who soars to North America in 2026 — and who crashes out in heartbreak.