Nigeria vs Rwanda: Match Date, Time, and Broadcasting Channels – 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers
Nigeria vs Rwanda Match Preview
The Godswill Akpabio Stadium will host an exciting clash in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers, as Nigeria take on Rwanda on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This encounter comes as part of Matchday 7 in the African qualifiers.
In this article, we cover the Nigeria vs Rwanda match date, kick-off time, broadcasting details, team standings, head-to-head statistics, and recent performance.
Group C Standings Before the Match
- Rwanda: 2nd place with 8 points.
- Nigeria: 4th place with 7 points.
This makes the fixture crucial for both teams, as they fight for qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Nigeria vs Rwanda Match Date and Time
- Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers – Matchday 7
- Kick-off: 4:00 PM GMT
Where to Watch Nigeria vs Rwanda
The Nigeria vs Rwanda live broadcast will be available through FIFA+, the official streaming platform for the African qualifiers.
Nigeria vs Rwanda Head-to-Head Record
- Total matches played: 4
- Nigeria wins: 1
- Rwanda wins: 1
- Draws: 2
Recent Form of Both Teams
- Nigeria (last 5 matches): 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses
- Rwanda (last 5 matches): 1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses
Venue: Godswill Akpabio Stadium
The highly anticipated Nigeria vs Rwanda clash will take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, providing a competitive atmosphere for this decisive World Cup qualifier.
The upcoming Nigeria vs Rwanda match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers is set to be a decisive contest in Group C. With both teams separated by just one point, this fixture could shape their path toward World Cup qualification. Fans can expect an intense showdown on September 6 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.