The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Rwanda in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Thursday, March 21, 2025, Footynaija.com reports.
The match will be played at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, where both teams will be battling for three points in Group C. With Nigeria struggling in the qualifiers, this fixture could define their chances of making it to the World Cup.
Match Details
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- Fixture: Rwanda vs Nigeria
- Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
- Venue: Amahoro Stadium, Kigali
- Kick-off Time: 17:00
Where to Watch
Super Eagles fans can watch the match live on the following platforms:
- SuperSport (available on DStv) will broadcast the match across Africa.
- NTA Sports 24: In Nigeria, the game will be broadcast on NTA Sports 24.
- RTV Rwanda: For viewers in Rwanda, RTV Rwanda will air the match live.
Current Group C Standings
Going into this match, Rwanda leads the group with 7 points from 4 matches, while Nigeria is struggling to improve its position after picking up just 3 points from 4 games.
- Rwanda: 7 points (1st place)
- South Africa: 7 points
- Benin: 7 points
- Lesotho: 5 points
- Nigeria: 3 points (5th place)
- Zimbabwe: 2 points
Nigeria has yet to win a match in this campaign, with only three points from four games. The pressure is on Eric Chelle’s men to turn things around.
Super Eagles Squad Update
Eric Chelle has named a 23-man squad for this qualifier, with some notable exclusions. Ahmed Musa and Maduka Okoye have been left out, while Victor Osimhen makes his return after missing the first four games due to injury.
The Galatasaray striker has been in red-hot form, scoring 26 goals in 30 matches this season. His presence could be a game-changer for the Super Eagles.
Weather and Pitch Condition
- Forecast: In Kigali, the weather is expected to be cloudy with temperatures around 24°C (75°F). There is a slight chance of rain earlier in the day.
- Pitch: Amahoro Stadium has a good playing surface, but rain could make it slightly heavy.
Nigeria is in a difficult position and cannot afford another setback. A win in Kigali would revive their World Cup hopes, but a loss could make qualification almost impossible.
Can the Super Eagles finally get their first win of the qualifiers? The answer will come on March 21, 2025, when the game kicks off in Kigali.
