The Super Eagles defeated Rwanda 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, boosting their chances of securing a spot in the global competition.
Victor Osimhen’s first-half brace sealed the victory, earning Nigeria three crucial points and their first win in the qualifiers.
Nigeria’s 2-0 win over Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers has moved the Super Eagles from 5th to 4th place in Group C, with 6 points. They now trail Rwanda (7 points), Benin Republic (8 points), and group leaders South Africa (10 points).
A look at the Group C table suggests that Nigeria still faces a daunting task in securing an automatic ticket for the 2026 World Cup, but the game against Rwanda is a good start for new coach Eric Chelle.
The Malian fielded a strong team that had star attackers Osimhen and Lookman leading the forward line, with Samuel Chukwueze and Moses Simon supporting.
Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City and Fulham’s Alex Iwobi ran things in the middle for the three-time African champions in Kigali.
Calvin Bassey and Troost Ekong partnered in the heart of the defence for Nigeria while safe hands Stanley Nwabali manned the post for Chelle’s side, with Bright Osayi- Samuel completing the first eleven.
Nigeria will host Zimbabwe in Uyo the capital city of Akwa Ibom State, South-South Nigeria on Tuesday, hoping to get another three points to climb up the table.
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