Kick-off: December 27, 2025, at 14:30.

In the second round of the Africa Cup of Nations at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, the Benin — Botswana match will take place. Both national teams had an unsuccessful start in Group D, failing to collect any points on the opening matchday. Benin suffered a narrow defeat against DR Congo in a tense encounter, 1-0. Botswana, meanwhile, faced heavy pressure from Senegal and endured a heavy 3-0 loss. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two national teams.

Benin, under the guidance of experienced head coach Gernot Rohr, qualified for the tournament by finishing second in its qualification group, edging Rwanda only on tiebreakers. During the qualifying campaign, it showed strong character by taking points from Nigeria and defeating Libya. A key figure in the lineup remains Göztepe midfielder Junior Olaitan, who was one of the most active attacking players during qualification. Despite the opening-round defeat, it displayed organized play. Against Botswana, it will look to capitalize on its advantage in overall quality.

Watch the Benin — Botswana match online on 27.12.2025 on MEGOGO.

Botswana is taking part in the Africa Cup of Nations for only the second time, and simply reaching the final tournament has already become a major achievement for the team. In qualification, it managed to finish second in a group that included Egypt and Cape Verde. It relies on collective teamwork and the individual skill of Kabelo Seakanyeng, who plays in the Moroccan league. After a tough defeat against Senegal, it will aim to improve its defensive organization and collect its first points of the tournament.

Watch the live broadcast of the Benin — Botswana match online on 27.12.2025 on MEGOGO.