By Njoku Chijioke
Rwanda’s national football team, the Amavubi, is set to face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in a high-stakes 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. According to reports, the Rwandan team arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Wednesday, September 3, ahead of the crucial encounter.
The match is set to hold on September 6 ,5 pm Nigerian time at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.
Chadian referee Alhadji Allaou Mahamat will officiate the match, assisted by his compatriots Bogollah Issa and Moussa .
Nigeria currently sits fourth in Group C with seven points, while Rwanda is joint-top with South Africa and Benin. A win for Nigeria would significantly boost their qualification hopes, while Rwanda aims to continue their impressive run.
