Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is gearing up for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Amavubi of Rwanda. The Group C encounter is set to take place at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday.
Troost-Ekong, who arrived at the team’s base at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Kigali on Tuesday morning, took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his optimism about the upcoming match. The 31-year-old defender shared a brief yet powerful message:
“TOUCHDOWN LETS GET TO WORK.”
The Super Eagles have had a challenging start to their World Cup qualifying campaign, currently sitting in fifth place in Group C with just three points from four matches. The team, led by head coach Eric Chelle, is eager to secure their first win and reignite their chances of advancing to the 2026 World Cup in North America.
Rwanda, under the guidance of Adel Amrouche, will be looking to make the most of their home advantage. The Amavubi are also seeking a positive result to boost their own qualification hopes, adding intensity to the clash.
With Nigeria’s football fans watching closely, the Super Eagles are under pressure to deliver a result that will restore confidence in the squad. Troost-Ekong’s leadership and defensive prowess will be vital in navigating the Kigali test and earning a much-needed victory.
The Super Eagles’ performance in this match could define their World Cup qualification journey, making Friday’s encounter a must-watch for fans and supporters.
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