Nigeria’s starting XI boasts an exciting combination of experience and youth. Bright Osayi-Samuel leads the defense alongside William Troost-Ekong and Bruno Onyemaechi, with Maduka Okoye in goal.
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Alhassan Yusuf and Raphael Onyedika command the midfield, supported by the creativity of Kelechi Iheanacho and Moses Simon. Leading the attack is the in-form Victor Boniface, supported by Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.
Rwanda counters with a robust lineup. Olivier Dushimimana and Thierry Manzi fortify the defense, with Fiacre Ntwari guarding the net.
Emmanuel Imanishimwe and Jean Bosco Ruboneka offer midfield stability, while Innocent Nshuti and Bonheur Mugisha bring flair to their attack.
The substitutes include notable game-changers. Nigeria’s bench features Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen, and Alex Iwobi, ready to impact if needed. Rwanda’s options include Gilbert Byiringiro and Kevin Muhire, bringing tactical flexibility.
With Augustine Eguavoen at the helm for Nigeria and Torsten Spittler guiding Rwanda, the match promises an intense battle of tactics and skills. Fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter as both sides aim for vital points in their AFCON journey.
