Nigeria will look to settle scores against Rwanda when it travels to Kigali for its first-round qualifier of FIFA World Cup 2026 on Friday.

The last time the two sides met, Rwanda had the last laugh with a 2-1 win. Ange Mutsinzi’s goal in the 72nd minute proved to be the winner in a match which saw Nigeria miss out on striker Victor Osimhen with an injury in the first four qualifying games.

The former Napoli forward, however, is set to return from this match and is expected to pair up with Atalanta striker Ademola Lookman up front.

After four rounds, the Super Eagles are fifth in their group with three points, while Rwanda has seven points and is just one point behind leader Benin.

Former Mali boss Chelle was appointed by Nigeria in January and tasked with turning around its slow start in World Cup qualifying after it secured a place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations late last year.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier between Rwanda and Nigeria will be played at the Amahoro Stadium, Rwanda’s largest football stadium. The match will kick off at 6 pm local time (9:30 pm IST).

The FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier, Rwanda vs Nigeria will be available for live streaming on the Fancode app and website in India.

In Africa, Rwanda vs Nigeria will be available on SuperSport Football (DStv channel 205).