Nigeria Tops Group Despite Loss to Rwanda in AFCON Qualifiers

In their final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers Group D, Nigeria fell 2-1 at home to Rwanda.

Zusammenfassung des Spiels

Having already secured qualification before this match, Nigeria entered with less pressure but couldn’t avoid defeat on home soil. Bright Osayi-Samuel played the full 90 minutes, while star striker Victor Osimhen came off the bench in the 77th minute.

Rwanda’s win boosted their points tally to eight, finishing third in the group on goal difference, but it wasn’t enough for qualification. Despite the loss, Nigeria remained group leaders with 11 points.

Final Group D Standings

1. Nigeria: 11 points (Qualified for AFCON 2025)
2. Second Place: (Qualified for AFCON 2025)
3. Rwanda: 8 points
4. Fourth Place:

Although the result was unexpected, Nigeria’s dominance in earlier matches ensured their spot in the tournament, maintaining their reputation as a force in African football.

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