Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a crucial 2-0 win over Rwanda in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash, thanks to Victor Osimhen’s impressive first-half brace.
This victory marks Nigeria’s first win in the World Cup qualifier series, reigniting their chances of qualification.
Osimhen’s goals were his 24th and 25th international goals for Nigeria, showcasing his exceptional skill and form.
The Galatasaray striker’s performance was complemented by the team’s overall impressive display, with Eric Chelle’s tactical setup paying dividends.
The Eagles dominated the first half, with Osimhen opening the scoring in the 11th minute, courtesy of Ademola Lookman’s well-delivered free-kick.
Nigeria continued to create chances, with Moses Simon coming close to doubling the lead, but his effort was denied by Rwanda’s goalkeeper, Fiacre Ntwari.
Rwanda attempted to settle into the game, but Nigeria’s defense held strong, with Stanley Nwabali making crucial saves.
The hosts’ efforts were further thwarted by Nigeria’s composed performance, which saw them maintain their 2-0 lead throughout the second half.
This victory propels Nigeria to fourth position in Group C with six points from five matches. They will face Zimbabwe next on March 25, aiming to build on this momentum and strengthen their qualification chances.