Sports News of Wednesday, 19 March 2025

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Preview, date, time, head-to-head as Super Eagles clash with Amavubi

Rwanda will host Nigeria at Stade Amahoro on Friday, March 21 Rwanda will host Nigeria at Stade Amahoro on Friday, March 21

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will return to action in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers as they face Rwanda on Friday, March 21.

The three-time African champions will be aiming for their first win in the qualifiers after recording three draws and one defeat.

The Super Eagles will go all-out to salvage their campaign, targeting the maximum three points to keep their World Cup hopes alive.

Rwanda currently lead Group C on goal difference with seven points, ahead of Benin Republic and South Africa, who have also accumulated the same number of points.

Zimbabwe follows closely with four points, ahead of Nigeria with three points, and Lesotho with two points.

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Head-to-head

Despite their status as one of the great football nations on the African continent, with three AFCON titles and six FIFA World Cup appearances, the Super Eagles often faced significant challenges against Rwanda.

According to AI Score, Nigeria have managed just two wins, four draws, and one defeat in seven matches against Rwanda.

Rwanda defeated Nigeria 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo during their last meeting in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.

Match Details

Date: Friday, March 21, 2025

Time: 5:00 pm (Nigerian time)

Venue: Amahoro National Stadium, Rwanda




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