Former Tremendous Eagles ahead Victor Ikpeba has lauded the performances of Frank Onyeka and Moses Simon following Nigeria’s 4-0 victory over the Benin Republic within the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday.
Ikpeba praised Simon for delivering an attractive cross to Onyeka and recommended the Brentford midfielder for his well-taken purpose towards Benin.
A hat-trick from Victor Osimhen and a purpose from Onyeka secured all three factors for Eric Chelle’s aspect towards Gernot Rohr’s crew.
“It’s a technically sensible purpose. It’s important to place your physique; the cross from Simon was stunning,” Ikpeba advised SuperSport.
“It’s the kind of purpose a striker desires to attain. Give credit score to the midfielder, Onyeka; he bends his leg and physique completely and slots it in.”
The victory over Benin means Nigeria have certified for the World Cup playoffs, the place they are going to face Gabon in November.
