Super Eagles players are scheduled to begin arriving at their training base in Kigali, Rwanda, starting Monday (today), as Nigeria kicks off preparations for their critical 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda. According to PUNCH Sports Extra, the team’s training camp officially opened on Sunday, with newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle and his technical team leading the charge ahead of Friday’s encounter against group leaders, the Amavubi.
Out of the 23 players called up by Coach Chelle for the qualifiers, some of the first arrivals expected in camp include team captain William Troost-Ekong, Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen, fresh invitee Tolu Arokodare, midfielder Joe Aribo, Nantes winger Moses Simon, Spain-based striker Sadiq Umar, and AC Milan’s Samuel Chukwueze. All these players featured for their respective clubs over the weekend.
Additionally, Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali are anticipated to report early, barring any last-minute reasons for absence.
The only adjustment to the squad so far has seen Gent’s Jordan Torunarigha replace Nathan Tella, provided no injuries occur. The clash against Rwanda is scheduled for Friday, March 21, at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, before the Super Eagles return home for a crucial encounter against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.
With just three points from four matches, Nigeria currently sits in fifth place in Group C, making back-to-back wins vital to their hopes of securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup, set to be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
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