Rwanda vs Nigeria: 'We need to beat Super Eagles' - Wasps captain blows hot
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Rwanda vs Nigeria: 'We need to beat Super Eagles' - Wasps captain blows hot

Hassan Abdulsalam 07:14 - 10.09.2024

Rwanda's last appearance at the AFCON finals was in 2004, and they would be aiming to make it to Morocco.

Rwanda forward Innocent Nshuti has expressed his team's eagerness to face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

Rwanda team

Following their impressive 1-1 draw against Libya in their previous match, the Amavubi are aiming to capitalise on their momentum and secure a positive result against Nigeria.

Nshuti, who scored Rwanda's goal in the draw against Libya, emphasised the importance of maintaining their current form, "We have to keep doing the same. We did a brilliant job, a big game, and everyone is happy," Nshuti told Rwandan news hub, New Times.

"We cannot keep going up and then down. We have to carry on and keep the momentum. We have many games coming, and if we want to stay positive, we need to win more against our opponents," he added.

Nshuti, who has represented Rwanda in 19 matches, scoring five goals, is a key player for the Wasps. The East African nation's last appearance at the AFCON finals was in 2004, and they will be hoping to make a return to the tournament in 2025.  

Nigeria thrash Benin Republic

Meanwhile, the Super Eagles will be confident of securing another victory under interim coach Augustine Eguavoen going into the clash in Kigali.

Troost Ekong leading the Super Eagles team || Imago

Ademola Lookman put Nigeria ahead with a goal in extra time of the first half, dribbling past three defenders after Boniface missed several opportunities during the match at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.

In the 78th minute, Victor Osimhen doubled the lead by converting a cross from Wilfred Ndidi. Five minutes later, Lookman completed his brace, heading in a cross from Moses Simon for Nigeria's third goal.

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