JUST IN : Super Eagles secure narrow victory against Rwanda, keep World Cup dreams alive

Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare struck the decisive goal as Nigeria edged Rwanda in a tense 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, a result that keeps the Super Eagles’ fading qualification hopes alive.

The hard-fought victory came against a resilient Rwandan side that made the visitors work for every chance. But Arokodare’s clinical finish proved enough to secure all three points in the crucial Group C clash.

With the win, Nigeria remain in contention—though still with ground to cover—as they prepare to face South Africa in their next fixture, a match that could define their qualification campaign.

PlatinumPost reports that the game was full of dispossessions by both teams, resulting in no shots being attempted towards the goal in the first 20 minutes.

It, however, witnessed a spark of enthusiasm  when Nigeria’s goalkeeper Stanley Nwabili and Rwanda’s Innocent Nshuti received yellow cards after an altercation.

More details to follow….