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Welcome to Soccernet.ng’s live commentary of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Rwanda and Nigeria.
The Super Eagles are desperate to get their qualification campaign back on track after a slow start, while the Amavubi of Rwanda are eyeing another upset on home soil.
Nigeria have only secured three points out of a possible 12, which has placed them second from bottom in the Group C standings of the World Cup qualifiers.
It remains to be seen whether the Super Eagles will revive their hopes of securing a World Cup ticket or squander their chances when they take on 124th FIFA-ranked Rwanda today.
Join us below for minute-by-minute updates, and all the action as it unfolds at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
Rwanda 0 vs 1 Nigeria: Who Scored For The Super Eagles?
Victor Osimhen opened the scoring for Nigeria after Atalanta BC forward sent in a cross from a set piece which he met with his right foot and slotted a goal past Ntwari Fiacre.
Rwanda 0 vs 2 Nigeria: Osimhen Extends Super Eagles Lead
A pass from the middle of the park was met by the Super Eagles forward, who drove into the heart of Rwanda's defence and flicked the ball past Fiacre for a goal.
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