By: Pentho Goldmark The city of Uyo is set to come alive this weekend as the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium hosts one of the most a...
By: Pentho Goldmark
The city of Uyo is set to come alive this weekend as the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium hosts one of the most anticipated clashes of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.
On Saturday, September 6, 2025, at exactly 5 p.m. Nigerian time, the stadium will provide the stage for a high-stakes battle that could decide the fate of two ambitious teams in Group C.
The race to qualify remains wide open, and every point counts at this stage. Group C currently stands as follows:
South Africa – 10 points
Rwanda – 8 points
Benin – 7 points
Nigeria – 6 points
Zimbabwe – 4 points
For some, victory will tighten their grip on qualification. For others, it is the lifeline needed to stay in the running. With only a handful of games left, the margin for error is slim.
These two sides know each other well, and recent history has shown how unpredictable their meetings can be. From Rwanda’s shocking 2-1 win in Uyo during AFCON qualifiers to Nigeria’s 2-0 away victory in Kigali earlier in this campaign, every clash has brought drama. Fans should expect nothing less this time.
Rwanda arrive under the guidance of coach Adel Amrouche, who has blended homegrown talents from the domestic league with foreign-based professionals eager to make a mark. They will be confident in their ability to frustrate their hosts once again.
Nigeria, meanwhile, will look to their firepower up front, with stars like Victor Osimhen, Tolu Arokodare, and Chrisantus Uche expected to lead the charge in front of a passionate home crowd. For the Super Eagles, this is a must-win game — three points are the only acceptable outcome if they are to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Fans who can’t make it to Uyo can catch the action live on:
DSTV’s SuperSport
Afro Sport
Saturday night is not just another qualifier. It is a battle for pride, hope, and history. With the group so delicately poised, the outcome in Uyo could define the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The stage is set. The players are ready. The fans are waiting.
Big battle loading — and the whole world will be watching.
Photo credit: Vanguard News
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