The Super Eagles of Nigeria face a must-win encounter against Rwanda on Friday as they seek to revive their FIFA World Cup qualification hopes.
The match, taking place at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, marks the first game under new head coach Éric Chelle, the Franco-Malian tactician tasked with steering Nigeria back to the global stage.
Nigeria has struggled to secure victory on Rwandan soil, with their last three visits ending in draws.
The most notable was in 2004 when a 2006 World Cup qualifier ended 1-1 at the Amahoro Stadium.
A 2011 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Stade Regional de Nyamirambo ended goalless, and most recently, in September 2024, the Super Eagles were held to another 0-0 draw in a 2025 AFCON qualifier.
Currently, Nigeria is in a precarious position in Group C, having failed to win any of their previous four matches.
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To secure the group’s sole automatic ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the Super Eagles must start picking up wins, beginning with this crucial fixture against Rwanda.
With both teams desperate for maximum points, an intense and thrilling contest is expected in Kigali.
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