The Nigeria Super Eagles after a long-while bounced back to winning ways following their 3-0 convincing win over Benin Republic in one of the 2025 African Cup Of Nations qualifiers played yesterday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

Following the team overall performance, one name, a Super Eagles player has been continually mentioned by Nigeria football enthusiasts across various social media platforms following his remarkable and solid performance against Benin Republic.

Boavista Futebol Clube of Portugal defender, Bruno Onyemaechi, is that one Super Eagles player who has been on the lips of many as some are yet to get over the incredible performance of the rock-solid defender.

Played out all 90mins, Bruno was an absolute beauty in the heart of the Eagles backline as he ran the show from the left-back position expertly.

After cutting his teeth in the game at Collins Edwin Football Club in his homeland, Born April 3rd 1999, Bruno journey to stardom started off after been scouted and discovered by top Portuguese Football Agent, Tiago Calisto, of the TGC Management.

Known for giving African players platforms to strive, Tiago Calisto facilitated the transfer of the then unheralded Bruno Onyemaechi from Collins Edwin to Portuguese club, Clube Desportivo Feirense.

The rest the said is history, Bruno Onyemaechi continued to carve a niche for himself in the Portuguese League and remained ever present in the stars studded Clube Desportivo Feirense team following his ability to function in more than one position.

Bruno Onyemaechi hardwork and consistency never went unnoticed as the talented Nigerian youngster discovered by Portuguese Football Agent,Tiago Calisto, earned an invite to the Nigeria Senior National team under coach José Peseiro.

Afterwards his first National Team invitation against Guinea Bissau, Onyemaechi’s incredible performance yesterday against Benin Republic remains a testament to the reason why the Boavista Futebol Club player remains the Nigeria Senior National team first choice left-back defender.

Nigeria Super Eagles started off its campaign for a place in the 2025 African Cup Of Nations on the front foot as they claimed a 3-0 win over the Cheetah of Benin.

The Nigerian side who lost on a 2-1 scoreline against Benin months back squared up against Benin Republic under an interim manager, Augustine Eguoven, hoping to bounce back to winning ways.

In the fixture played earlier today in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Atalanta Forward, Ademola Lookman, gave the eagles lead before the half time break to hand the team an edge.

Upon return for the second half, Second half Substitute, Victor Osimhen, came through with a superb strike at the 78th minute off Ndidi Wilfred assist.

Cruising on a 2-0 lead, Ademola Lookman came through with another goal as he jumped the highest to flick in Moses Simon drop ball to establish a 3-0 lead for the Eagles.

At full time, a goal in the first half by Ademola Lookman and a double goal in the second half from Victor Osimhen was enough to secure a 3-0 win for the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen has arrived in Uyo ahead of the crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Benin Republic.

The 25-year-old striker touched down in Uyo on Thursday aboard Ibom Air by 4:45pm, after arriving in Nigeria earlier in the day. Osimhen is set to train with the rest of the national team this evening as they prepare for the all-important match.

Osimhen’s arrival comes just days after he completed a season-long loan move from Napoli to Turkish champions Galatasaray, ending a summer filled with transfer speculation. Throughout the window, the Nigerian forward was linked with top European clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Chelsea, and Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli. However, Napoli turned down the offers, leading to his eventual transfer to Galatasaray after the main European transfer window had closed.

A potential move to Chelsea was particularly close, but the deal fell through after Osimhen reportedly rejected the wage package offered by the Premier League club. Galatasaray acted quickly to secure his services, bringing him in on loan in the final days of the transfer window.

Osimhen’s participation in the AFCON qualifiers had been delayed as he finalised his move to Turkey. According to reports, the forward communicated with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Super Eagles Technical Director Augustine Eguavoen, who granted him permission to complete his transfer before joining the team.

Now in Uyo, Osimhen’s presence will be a significant boost for the Super Eagles, who are preparing to face Benin Republic on Saturday. As the reigning African Player of the Year, Osimhen is expected to lead Nigeria’s attack, hoping to continue his outstanding form on the international stage.

With the Super Eagles aiming to secure their place in the 2025 AFCON, Osimhen’s return to the squad will no doubt increase the team’s confidence ahead of the qualifiers.