Three-time African champions Nigeria have already secured the top spot in the group with 11 points from five matches, ensuring their participation in the 2025 AFCON in Morocco
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Victor Osimhen’s 81st-minute goal rescued a point for Nigeria against Benin Republic in Abidjan last Thursday, but the 1-1 draw could not hide the team’s underwhelming display. Rwanda, two points shy of second-placed Benin and one clear of Libya in fourth, needs a win to keep their qualification hopes alive.However, they face a daunting task, having not won an away qualifying match since June 2015, when they defeated Mozambique 1-0.
Also, Maduka Okoye will most likely start in goal following Stanley Nwabali’s absence due to family bereavement.
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