The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Rwanda 1-0 in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Substitute Tolu Arokodare scored the match’s only goal in the 51st minute, securing three crucial points for Nigeria in Group C of the African qualifiers.
The triumph came just 24 hours after group leaders South Africa expanded their lead with a 3-0 victory over Lesotho, bringing their total to 16 points.
Following the setback, Rwanda remains fourth in the group with eight points, while Nigeria has risen to ten points after seven matches.
The Super Eagles will next face South Africa in a potentially decisive fixture at the Free State Stadium on Tuesday, before rounding off their campaign against Lesotho and Benin in October.
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