Nigeria’s slim hopes of reaching the competition was kept alive with one goal strike from Wolves forward Tolu Arokodare in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio stadium in Oyo, Akwa Ibom State Capital, Nigeria on Saturday.
The crowd went wild, marking the breakthrough on the way
Nigeria’s defense, was manned by Calvin Bassey, held firm despite Rwanda’s tactical shifts in the second half.
Super Eagles star striker, Victor Osimhen was wheeled off the field of play in the first half after picking injury that made him to limp and replaced by Cyril Dessers.
Super Eagles victory raises Nigeria point from 7 to to 10 points matches in Group C, ahead of Rwanda, which maintain 8 points.
