Super Eagles player set for Rwanda clash with Rwandese fiancée’s support

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face the Wasps of Rwanda on matchday five of their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign, Soccernet.ng reports.

Meanwhile, Igoh Ogbu will have more than just national pride on the line when Nigeria take on Rwanda in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier— he’ll also be playing against his fiancée’s home country.

Ogbu, who plays for Czech Republic-based club Slavia Prague, is currently in camp with the Nigerian national team.

Who is Igoh Ogbu’s wife?

The identity of Ogbu’s wife is yet to be made public, but a new report has confirmed that the Slavia Prague defender is dating a woman from Rwanda.

Meanwhile, ahead of the must-win encounter in Kigali, he revealed that his Rwandese fiancée is fully behind him, despite the split loyalties.

“Coming here, she was happy because she wanted me to know her country [Rwanda] as well. So, I am really happy and glad that she supported me,” Ogbu told Oganlamedia.

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What Rwanda vs Nigeria Means to Ogbu

The game, which is pivotal for Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, is expected to be fully packed with actions— and a personal one for the 25-year-old centre-back.

Nigeria and Slavia Prague star Igoh Ogbu. Photo by IMAGO

With Nigeria sitting in the second bottom of the Group C standings and Rwanda eyeing a statement win on home soil, all eyes will be on the pitch.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work.

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