The Super Eagles of Nigeria soared to a resounding 2-0 victory over the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday, injecting new life into their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Persecondnews reports that rhe win, courtesy of Victor Osimhen’s brace, propelled the Eagles to fourth place in Group C with six points from five matches.
The Nigerian team, donning a new look under Coach Eric Chelle, were solid defensively, repelling every attack of the Rwanda side in the first 30 minutes.
The synergy between Troost Ekong and Calvin Bassey in central defence left Rwandan attackers frustrated, while goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was largely untested.
However, it was the attacking quartet of Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, and Victor Osimhen that stole the show.
Their beautiful interchange of passes in the zone 14 of the Amavubi defence left the Rwandans bewildered.
Osimhen’s first goal, a beautiful volley off a cross from Lookman, set the tone for the Eagles’ dominance.
The Nigerian striker’s second goal, which came just before halftime, was a testament to the team’s tactical flexibility under Chelle.
The Eagles seamlessly transitioned from a 4-2-3-1 formation to a 5-2-3 setup, catching the Rwandans off guard.
Victor Osimhen’s 25th goal strike for Nigeria was the culmination of a lightning-fast counterattack, catching the Amavubi defence off guard and leaving them scrambling to recover.
With this win, the Super Eagles have revived their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Persecondnews reports that Nigeria boasts an impressive World Cup record, having participated in six tournaments and avoiding consecutive absences from the global stage.
In stark contrast, Rwanda remains in pursuit of its maiden World Cup qualification, still seeking to make its debut in the prestigious international competition.
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