Three-time Africa Cup of Nations champions Nigeria will travel to East African nation Rwanda for their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier this Friday, March 21, 2025, at the Amahoro Stadium. Africa Football editor Allan Damba looks into the upcoming clash.
Match Overview
Nigeria have failed to win any of their four Group C matches, subsequently sitting fifth in the six-team group. The Super Eagles have accumulated just three points, all coming from three stalemates.
On the other hand, Rwanda have had a decent World Cup qualification campaign so far, as they top the group with seven points after four matches. They have recorded two wins, one draw, and one defeat in these qualifiers.
Rwanda Recent Form Analysis
Across all competitions, the Amavubi Stars have managed three victories in their last five matches, winning three and drawing two. They have scored nine goals while conceding six.
- Last Five Games: 3 wins, 2 losses.
- Latest Result: Rwanda 2-1 South Sudan.
Nigeria Recent Form Analysis
The Super Eagles have endured an inconsistent spell of results across their last five games in all competitions, securing two wins, two draws, and one defeat. During this time, they have scored eight goals while conceding four.
- Last Five Games: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss.
- Latest Result: Nigeria 3-1 Ghana.
Head-to-Head (Last Five Games)
- Nigeria 1-2 Rwanda
- Rwanda 0-0 Nigeria
- Nigeria 0-0 Rwanda
- Nigeria 2-0 Rwanda
- Rwanda 0-0 Nigeria
Our Prediction for Rwanda vs Nigeria
Rwanda edged Nigeria 2-1 in the AFCON qualifiers last year on the Super Eagles’ home soil. Nigeria will be energized and ready for revenge, while also looking to get their qualification campaign back on track.
Punters should stake on an Away Win (2) with odds of 1.92 on 1xBet. Another solid option is Under 2.5 goals with odds of 1.39 on 1xBet.
Player to Watch
Victor Osimhen – The Nigerian superstar is one of the most in-form forwards in Europe, currently playing for Turkish outfit Galatasaray. He has scored 26 goals and provided five assists in just 30 matches this season. Osimhenwill be expected to carry this form into the international break and shine against Rwanda on Friday.
Best Odds and Betting Tips
We’ve identified the following as the best tips for this match:
- Away Win (2) with odds of 1.92 on 1xBet.
- Under 2.5 goals with odds of 1.39 on 1xBe
