Rwanda vs Nigeria Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The hosts were the better side against the Super Eagles the last time around.

The Rwanda national football team are all set to host the Nigeria national football team in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying – CAF. The hosts are at the top of the table because of their goal difference while they have seven points which is equal to South Africa and Benin. The visitors are in fifth place because of their below-average performances.

The Rwanda national football team have won a couple of their four World Cup qualifying matches and will be feeling confident as they were the better side the last time they fought against Nigeria. On top of that, Rwanda will be at home which will be an added advantage for them.

The Nigeria national football team have not won any of their four FIFA World Cup 2026 African qualifiers fixtures. They have a decent lineup that can perform well but the players have to get their form back. The visitors will be under pressure and it is going to be a tough encounter for them here.

Kick-off:

• Location: Kigali, Rwanda
• Stadium: Stade Amahoro
• Date: Friday, March 21
• Kick-off Time: 21:30 IST/ 16:00 GMT/ 11:00 ET/ 08:00 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

Form:

Rwanda: D-L-W-L-W

Nigeria: D-W-W-D-L

Players to Watch

Innocent Nshuti (Rwanda)

Innocent Nshuti scored the match-winning goal for Rwanda the last time they faced the Super Eagles. He will be a crucial asset for the hosts on the attacking front. Nshuti can find spaces in the opponent’s defence which is going to create problems for the visitors and this will also maintain some pressure on them.

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)

The Galatasaray forward will be in action for his nation this time around. Victor Osimhen is in good form and will be looking to emerge as a game-changer for his side. With the help of his fellow teammates, Osimhen could drop a top performance. While on the field, the Galatasaray forward is always a menace to the opponent’s defence.

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— Victor Osimhen (@victorosimhen9) March 14, 2025

Match Facts

• Both Nigeria and Rwanda have won a match each in the last five games against one another.
• Three of their last five games have ended in a draw.
• Rwanda have already defeated Nigeria once this season.

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nigeria to win @1/1 Unibet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/7 bet365
• Victor Osimhen to score @4/1 bet365

Injury and Team News

All of the squad members for Rwanda are fit and ready for action.

Nathan Tella is likely to miss out for the visitors Nigeria in their upcoming World Cup qualifier fixture as he is facing some discomfort.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 5

Rwanda won: 1

Nigeria won: 1

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Rwanda predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Ntwari (GK); Omborenga, Mutsinzi, Manzi, Imanishimwe; Bizimana, Bonheur Mugisha; Jojea, Ruboneka, Gilbert Mugisha; Nshuti

Nigeria predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Obasogie (GK); Osayi-Samuel, Troost-Ekong, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Yusuf, Onyedika, Iwobi; Chukwueze, Osimhen, Simon

Match Prediction

Although the visitors are not in the best of forms, Nigeria are likely to win their first 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF qualifiers fixture and that too against Rwanda.

Prediction: Rwanda 1-2 Nigeria

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: TNT Sports

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