Rwanda assistant coach Eric Nshimiyimana has given Amavubi assurance that the Super Eagles will not secure the crucial three points they desperately need when both teams clash today in their 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
He stressed that Rwanda is in a better position in Group C and will not be fazed by Nigeria’s desperation for points.
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Eric Nshimiyimana also dismissed any pressure from Super Eagle’s squad on his team ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria.
“We’re not under any pressure because we already have our seven points. Nigeria are the ones under pressure because they need these points too, but they will not get them,”
The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations champions are aiming to secure all points to steer hope for their World Cup ticket. But the coach has insisted that the Super Eagles will leave Kigali empty-handed.
Eric Nshimiyimana addressed journalists at the press conference.
Nigeria’s poor start has left them in a precarious position, and they must secure three points against Rwanda to stay in contention for World Cup qualification.
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Their dismal start in the World Cup qualifying campaign has secured just three points for them in four games, putting them in fifth place in the group standings.
The two countries have a recent history, having clashed in Group D of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Rwanda earning four points out of a possible six against the Super Eagles. The two teams played out a goalless draw at the Amahoro Stadium, while Rwanda secured a 2-1 win in the reverse fixture in Uyo.
