October 1, 2025-Published by Cyril

FIFA has confirmed the appointment of Egyptian referee Amin Mohamed Omar as the centre referee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Benin Republic.

The crucial matchday 10 fixture is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Omar will lead an all-Egyptian officiating team, while Ghana’s Prosper Addo has been designated as the Match Commissioner.

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The encounter promises to be decisive, with Nigeria and the Benin Republic battling for the top spot in Group C as the qualifiers near their climax. After eight games, Benin Republic leads the table with 14 points, while the Super Eagles sit third with 11 points, making the clash a must-win for Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

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