Gernot Rohr led Benin Republic to victory over Nigeria, with a 2-1 win in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers clash held in Abidjan, on Monday.

Rohr, who previously coached Nigeria, faced his old team for the first time since his sack.

His strategic and deep knowledge of the Super Eagles’ tactics proved pivotal in Benin Republic’s historic victory.

The German’s stats with the Super Eagles:

Matches Coach 64
Won 35
Drew 16
Lost 13

Qualified Nigeria for the 2019 and 2021 AFCONs, and the 2018 World Cup

Rohr faced challenges, including being dismissed in December 2021 before the AFCON in Cameroon.

Additionally, he resorted to legal action against the Nigerian Football Federation in 2022, seeking compensation.

This defeat leaves Nigeria in 5th place in their group with 3 points, having secured only three draws.

The Cheetahs of Benin Republic, on the other hand, top the table with 7 points, boasting two wins, one loss, and one draw.