2026 WCQ: Nigeria vs Rwanda Head-to-Head, Kickoff Time, Standings, Recent Developments

• Head-to-Head Record: Nigeria vs. Rwanda.

• Current Standings in Group C: A Tight Race.

• Recent Developments: Team Updates and Strategies.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for a crucial World Cup qualifying showdown against Rwanda’s Amavubi on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 5pm Nigerian time at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.

Head-to-Head Record

When it comes to their history, Nigeria has generally had the upper hand against Rwanda.

However, in their last encounter on November 18, 2024, Rwanda pulled off a surprising 2-1 win over Nigeria during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Uyo.

This marked a significant milestone as it was Rwanda’s first victory against the Super Eagles at the full international level.

Current Standings in Group C:

As of March 19, 2025, here’s how Group C looks:

1. Rwanda: 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss – 7 points

2. Benin: 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss – 7 points

3. South Africa: 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss – 7 points

4. Lesotho: 1 win, 2 draws, 1 loss – 5 points

5. Nigeria: 0 wins, 3 draws, 1 loss – 3 points

6. Zimbabwe: 0 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses – 2 points

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Recent Developments:

Team Preparations: Premier League stars Ola Aina, Alex Iwobi and Alhassan Yusuf have recently joined the Nigerian squad for international duty.

Upon arriving at their team hotel, they found themselves humorously sharing a double bed, which added a light-hearted touch to the team’s atmosphere.

• Rwanda’s Coaching Update:

The Rwanda Football Federation is on the verge of announcing a new head coach just in time for the match against Nigeria.

This move is aimed at strengthening the team’s preparations for this crucial qualifier.

• Nigeria’s Determination:

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa has stressed the importance of clinching a victory against Rwanda, seeing it as a potential turning point for Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying journey.

This upcoming match is crucial for both teams, with Nigeria looking to reignite their qualification hopes and Rwanda eager to hold onto their lead in the group.