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“We Must Win Against the Super Eagles to Reach AFCON 2025” – Rwanda Coach
Rwanda’s national football team, Amavubi, is gearing up for a crucial clash against Nigeria’s Super Eagles as they aim to keep their dream of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations alive.
Head coach Torsten Spittler has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to rise to the occasion, vowing they will fight tooth and nail to secure a vital victory.
The East Africans face a daunting task, needing nothing short of a win against one of Africa’s footballing giants.
The Super Eagles, currently ranked among the top teams on the continent, have already booked their place in the prestigious tournament set to take place in Morocco.
Nigeria has shown impressive form throughout the qualifiers, maintaining an unbeaten streak and sitting comfortably at the top of Group D.
Rwanda, on the other hand, sits third in the group with five points, trailing second-placed Benin Republic, who have seven points.
With only one match left, the Amavubi must pull off a stunning upset in Uyo to stand any chance of advancing.
During a pre-match press conference in Uyo, Spittler acknowledged the magnitude of the challenge but remained optimistic.
“If we want to secure our ticket to AFCON 2025, we have no choice but to win against Nigeria,” said the German tactician.
“It’s a tough mission, but I believe in my team. We are ready to fight until the very last minute. I expect an intense and thrilling game.”
For Rwanda, this is not just a game but a defining moment in their football journey.
Known for their fighting spirit, the Amavubi have shown flashes of brilliance during the qualifiers but struggled with consistency.
Spittler, who took charge of the team with a vision to transform them into strong contenders, sees this match as an opportunity to demonstrate their growth and resilience.
Former footballer Thierry Henry has shared his thoughts on Arsenal’s match following their loss to Atlético Madrid on October 13.
Speaking during a brief interview on CBS Sports, Henry criticised the practice of players or coaches expressing certain opinions through the media instead of addressing issues directly within the dressing room.
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The manager spoke about how hard his players have worked and expressed his belief that they deserve the recognition.
“What I hope is that we win this trophy. We have players who deserve it.”
“Last year, we were the best team. We showed that it wasn’t just Ousmane Dembélé who deserved it.”
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Acherchour’s choice came as a surprise to some fans, who expected him to support fellow Frenchman Kylian Mbappé instead.
Speaking about his prediction, Acherchour expressed confidence in Yamal’s chances of winning the prestigious individual award.
“For me, Lamine Yamal, he is going to get it [2026 Ballon d’Or]. For me, there’s no doubt anymore,” Acherchour said, as quoted by Actu Foot. That start to the season shows that in fact, he was injured during the World Cup. He was the best player in La Liga, and he won the World Cup.
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