The Super Eagles of Nigeria welcome the Amavubi of Rwanda to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports.
Eric Chelle‘s side are currently 4th in Group D and need to defeat Adel Amrouche's side, who are one point above the Super Eagles in the Group Rankings. Both sides have their work cut out in their 2026 World Cup qualifiers journey.
Ahead of the highly anticipated fixture on Saturday, Soccernet.ng highlights five Rwandan players who could pose a significant threat to the Super Eagles when they meet.
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Five Amavubi stars to watch Nigeria
1. Fiacre Ntwari
The 25-year-old Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper has been second fiddle for his club side since the last time Rwanda played against the Super Eagles.
However, he made four crucial saves against Nigeria when both sides locked horns in November 2024, and could be pivotal at the Nest of Champions in two days.
2. Nshuti Innocent
The 26-year-old forward was a thorn in Nigeria's flesh in Uyo back in November, and found the back of the net to give the Rwandans three points.
Without a doubt, Adel Amrouche will be looking to play to the attacker's strengths on Saturday.
The 26-year-old Rhode Island wing-back came off the bench in Uyo last year to provide a brilliant assist and turn the game around in Rwanda's favour as they sealed a 2-1 victory.
He'll be one to watch, should Amrouche decide to play his joker card off the bench at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium this weekend.
The FC Kryvbas defensive midfielder captained the Amavubi during their trip to Uyo last year, and his physicality won a huge number of duels in the middle of the park.
He'll be hoping to inspire his teammates to recreate history as they also look to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.
The FUS Rabat striker is yet to find the back of the net for Rwanda in five appearances. However, with a height of 1.9m, Gitego can be a useful asset to the Amavubi frontline, especially from set pieces, to set a domineering presence over the Nigerian defenders.
