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Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to fly directly to Kigali, Rwanda, from their respective clubs ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Amavubi of Rwanda....Don’t Miss Out! CLICK HERE TO KEEP READING..>>
The decision comes as part of a strategic move to ensure the players arrive in peak condition for the must-win match for the West African giants.
The Super Eagles will face Rwanda in a matchday five encounter scheduled for Friday, March 21, at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali.
In preparation for the game, the Nigeria Football Federation will set up the team’s camp in Rwanda on Sunday, March 16, eliminating unnecessary travel hassles and allowing the players to adapt quickly to the local conditions, Daily Post reports.
This approach follows a similar strategy employed during their last away fixture against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, where the players flew directly to Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Nigeria’s struggles in the qualifiers
The Super Eagles have had a challenging start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, failing to secure a win in their first four matches, FIFA.com reports.
With three draws and one defeat, Nigeria sits in a precarious position in the qualifiers, making the upcoming fixture against Rwanda a must-win encounter.
Head coach Eric Chelle and his technical team are keen on securing maximum points in Kigali before turning their attention to their next fixture against Zimbabwe in Uyo.
Just four days after facing Rwanda, Nigeria will host the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, adding further importance to their preparation and travel arrangements.
Advantages of flying directly to Rwanda
Flying directly to Rwanda offers several advantages to the Super Eagles, including minimising fatigue as long-haul layovers and connecting flights can take a toll on players.
A direct flight ensures they arrive well-rested and ready for intense training sessions. Arriving in Kigali ahead of schedule also allows the Super Eagles players to adapt to the weather, pitch conditions, and altitude.
With no travel distractions, the Nigeria squad can concentrate fully on tactics, team cohesion, and match readiness for the important World Cup qualifier.
With their World Cup qualification hopes on the line, the Super Eagles are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory.Read Full Details
