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Rwanda vs Nigeria Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel & squad news

Goal provides all the information you need to know about Rwanda vs Nigeria in a Fifa World Cup qualifiers clash

The FIFA World Cup qualifier in Kigali sets the stage for a battle of new coaches as Rwanda and Nigeria clash in a crucial encounter, the home side recently appointed Adel Amrouche to lead Amavubi, while the Super Eagles have entrusted Eric Chelle with the hot seat.

Rwanda currently sit second in the group with seven points, while the three-time AFCON champions are yet to secure a win in the qualifiers. Both teams will be eager to make a strong statement under their new mentors as they push for World Cup qualification.

Here, GOAL provides all the key details on how to watch the Rwanda vs. Nigeria showdown, including TV channels, streaming options, team updates, and more.

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  • Jojea Kwizera, Augustine Eguavoen, Fitina Omborenga, Calvin Bassey, Rwanda vs Nigeria, September 2024FERWAFA

    Kick-off time

    Game:

    Rwanda vs Nigeria

    Date:

    21 March 2025

    Kick-off:

    18h00

    Venue:Amahoro Stadium
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  • Stanley Nwabali, Nigeria, November 2024Backpagepix

    How to watch Rwanda vs Nigeria online - TV channels & live streams

    Online StreamingTV Channel
    DStv.com/DStv Now AppSuperSport TV's PSL Channel 202

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    Rwanda news & squads

    Adel Amrouche will welcome the return of Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari. In his last appearance, he was substituted after suffering an injury, but the main concern will be his match fitness, as he has yet to play an official game for his South African club. This could be worrying, considering he is Rwanda's first-choice keeper.

    Rwanda's possible XI: Ntwari; Niyigena, Mutsinzi, Manzi, Nshimiyamana, Bizimana, Mugisha G., Mugisha S, Ruboneka, Muhire, Nshuti.

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    Nigeria news & squads

    Eric Chelle's appointment comes at a crucial time for the Super Eagles, as he is tasked with reviving their World Cup qualifying campaign. Nigeria currently sit second from bottom without a win, making their trip to Amahoro Stadium a must-win encounter. Chelle will be boosted by the return of in-form striker Victor Osimhen, who has been impressive for Galatasaray and will look to form a strong partnership with the reigning African Player of the Year, Ademola Lookman.

    Nigeria's possible XI: Nwabali, Bassey, Aina, Troost-Ekong, Osayi-Samuel, Ndidi, Iwobi, Aribo; Lookman, Moses, Osimhen

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    Head-to-head and recent form

    Amavubi go into this game as firm favorites, having not lost to Nigeria since 2012. They got the better of the Super Eagles in their last meeting and have been impressive in the Fifa World Cup qualifiers, with two wins and just one loss. Meanwhile, the visitors are in desperate need of a positive result to keep their dream of reaching the 2026 global showpiece alive.

    Head-to-head record

    DateMatchCompetition

    November 18, 2024

    Nigeria 1-2 Rwanda

    Afcon Qualifiers

    September 10, 2024

    Rwanda 0 -0 Nigeria

    Afcon Qualifiers

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