The Super Eagles will face the Amavubi of Rwanda in their final Group C match of the AFCON 2025 qualifiers. The game offers Nigeria a chance to conclude their qualification campaign on a high, having already secured a spot in next year’s tournament in Morocco.
Here’s everything you need to know, including kickoff details, where to watch, and key stats.
Date, time, and venue
The Nigeria vs Rwanda match is scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Nigeria time, and fans are expected to fill the stadium to support the Super Eagles in their last qualifier before the tournament in Morocco.
Osimhen eyes goal record
All eyes will be on Victor Osimhen, who has the chance to become Nigeria’s second all-time top scorer. The Napoli striker, currently tied with Segun Odegbami at 23 goals after scoring in the 1-1 draw with Benin Republic, will be looking to surpass the legendary forward and edge closer to Rashidi Yekini’s record of 37 goals.
Recent meetings
The last two encounters between Nigeria and Rwanda in all competitions have ended in goalless draws. Their most recent meeting earlier in this qualifying campaign saw both teams fail to find the back of the net. Similarly, they played out a 0-0 draw during the 2018 African Nations Championship.
Nigeria’s form
The Super Eagles have been dominant in recent AFCON 2025 qualifiers, losing just once in their last 22 games (W16, D5, including an awarded win over Libya). However, their sole defeat came at home—a surprising 1-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau in March 2023. Despite that setback, Nigeria has maintained an impressive record and remains unbeaten in this campaign.
Rwanda’s struggles
Rwanda has had a more challenging journey, winning only one of their last 12 AFCON qualifiers (D6, L5). That lone victory was a 2-1 triumph over Benin in October. Scoring has been a persistent issue for the Amavubi, as they’ve failed to find the net in three of their last four qualifiers.
Where to watch
Fans in Nigeria can catch the game live on SuperSport and AfroSport, with streaming available via DStv Now for subscribers. Bold Sports will also provide a live feed and real-time updates on its platform.
