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Nigeria secured a vital 1–0 victory over Rwanda in their CAF Group C World Cup qualifier on Saturday, keeping alive their campaign for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
Match Highlights
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Heroic Substitute: In what was one of the most memorable moments of the night, Nigerian substitute Tolu Arokodare delivered an eye-catching 50th-minute overhead kick to break the deadlock. The goal erupted the stadium into joy and marked a crucial turning point in the contest.
- Injury Blow: Star forward Victor Osimhen was forced off in the first half due to a left-foot injury, raising concerns ahead of Nigeria’s next big clash.
- Defensive Resilience: Despite Rwanda pushing toward an equalizer late in the match, Nigeria held firm at the back to preserve their slender advantage.
What It Means
The 1–0 win rockets Nigeria to third place in Group C, now sitting six points behind leaders South Africa with three matches remaining. Arokodare’s goal gives the Super Eagles renewed momentum heading into a critical matchup against South Africa next week.
