By Tonia Okereke
Super Eagles ace, Victor Osimhen scored a brace for Nigeria to earn a much desired victory over Rwanda in their CAF World Cup qualification Group C clash on Friday.
Osimhen latched unto a superb freekick by African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, to open scoring in the 11th minute.
The striker doubled Nigeria’s advantage in first-half stoppage time (45+3’), sealing an important win for his side.
The match which is the first game under new coach, Eric Chelle, didn’t have many highlights but a galvanised Super Eagles played a tight game countering the physical battle from the Rwandese.
President Paul Kegame later arrived at the stadium and this didn’t help much. Despite Rwanda enjoying 45% possession, they struggled to break through Nigeria’s defence, managing only two shots on target.
Nigeria, on the other hand, registered three shots on target and eight corner kicks, dominating offensive play.
The victory lifts Nigeria to fourth place in Group C with six points from five matches, keeping their qualification hopes alive.
South Africa currently tops the group with 10 points, followed by Benin (8 points) and Rwanda (7 points).
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