Rwanda is preparing to face Nigeria in a crucial World Cup qualifier, with FERWAFA acknowledging the challenge of stopping Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian striker, in top form for Galatasaray, is Rwanda’s biggest threat. However, Rwanda remains confident, banking on home support and records to secure a vital result.
As Rwanda gears up for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, their football federation has acknowledged the challenge posed by Victor Osimhen and is making plans to limit his impact on the game.
Osimhen has been in sensational form, recently scoring a hat-trick in Turkey and emerging as the top scorer in the Super Lig with 20 goals. His performances have made him a key player for Nigeria, and Rwanda is well aware of the threat he brings.
"Osimhen is playing at an incredible level, and it will be important to keep him under control," said Oliver Maurice, the communications manager of Rwanda’s football federation. "Nigeria has a strong squad, but we are confident in our abilities. We respect them, but we are not afraid."
Rwanda currently leads Group C in the World Cup qualifiers and will host Nigeria at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. The team has never lost to the Super Eagles at home, and fans are expected to turn out in large numbers to support their side.
The match is set for Friday at 5 p.m., with both teams eager to secure a vital victory. While Nigeria will look to Osimhen for inspiration, Rwanda is counting on disciplined defending and home support to achieve a positive result.
