Preview: Rwanda vs Nigeria – Team News, Predictions, and Match Details
Rwanda will host Nigeria’s Super Eagles on September 10 at the Amahoro Stadium, with the match kicking off at 2 pm Nigerian time. Rwanda, coming off a 1-1 draw against Libya, will aim to leverage their home advantage against Nigeria, who top the table with 3 points after a 3-0 win over Benin Republic.
Team News:
Rwanda has no reported injuries and is likely to maintain their lineup, led by striker Nsuiti. Nigeria may see Victor Osimhen replace Victor Boniface, while Wilfred Ndidi’s availability is uncertain due to a possible substitution during the Benin Republic match.
Predicted Lineups:
Rwanda (4-2-3-1): Ntwari (GK); Omborenga, Mutsinzi, Manzi, Niyomugabo; Rebangouka, Bizimana; Mugisha, Muhire, Kwizera; Nshuti
Nigeria (3-4-3): Nwabali (GK); Ajayi, Ekong, Bassey; Aina, Ndidi, Iwobi, Onyemaechi; Lookman, Osimhen, Chukwueze
Predicted Scoreline:
Rwanda 1 Nigeria 2
The two nations have met five times, with Nigeria winning twice and drawing three times. Rwanda has only managed to score one goal across these meetings.
