Yohan Roche’s goal secures historic win for Benin over Botswana
Yohan Roche scored the only goal as Benin defeated Botswana 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations qualification match. The win is Benin’s first ever in the tournament and boosts their chances of advancing. Roche was named man of the match, while Botswana’s hopes suffered with a second consecutive loss. Both coaches reflected on the importance of the result for their teams.
Match highlights
- Yohan Roche scored in the first half, finishing a pass from captain Steve Mounié after an earlier Benin goal was ruled offside.
- Botswana nearly equalised when Mothusi Johnson’s free-kick hit the crossbar before halftime.
- Benin threatened again in the second half, but Botswana goalkeeper Goitseone Phoko made key saves.
- Benin’s defence held strong as Botswana pressed for a late equaliser.
- Gernot Rohr, Benin’s coach, praised his team’s defensive improvement and highlighted Roche’s performance as man of the match.
