Rwanda’s national football team, the Amavubi, has landed in Uyo ahead of their crucial matchday six fixture in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
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The team, coached by Thorsten Spitler, is coming off a narrow 1-0 loss to Libya at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Thursday.
They now face an uphill task at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Monday as they aim to secure their spot in the tournament set for Morocco.
Rwanda’s Challenge:
To qualify, the Amavubi must overcome the already-qualified Nigerian team and hope that Benin Republic falters against Libya in the group’s other fixture. This double requirement makes their journey to the finals exceedingly challenging, but they remain optimistic about pulling off an upset.
Group Dynamics:
Nigeria, already confirmed as Group D leaders, secured their qualification with a draw against Benin in their last match. Meanwhile, Benin Republic and Libya are locked in a tight race for the remaining qualification spot, adding extra intrigue to Monday’s fixtures.
Fans in Uyo can expect an exciting encounter as Rwanda strives for a crucial victory against a formidable Super Eagles side. Stay tuned for updates and match coverage!
