AFCON 2025Q: Super Eagles suffer 2-1 defeat to Rwanda

The Super Eagles of Nigeria suffered their first loss in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

Augustine Eguavoen’s men fell 2-1 at home to Rwanda in their final Group D match on Monday.

Samuel Chukwueze gave Nigeria the lead in the 59th minute with a brilliant solo effort, raising hopes of extending their unbeaten run in the qualifiers.

However, Rwanda staged a spirited comeback, equalizing in the 72nd minute through Ange Mutsinzi before Innocent Nshuti sealed the victory with a goal three minutes later.

Despite the loss, it had no impact on Nigeria’s qualification for AFCON 2025, as the three-time African champions had already secured their spot in the upcoming tournament.

They also finished top of Group D with three wins, two draws, and one loss.

Rwanda’s victory marked a positive end to their qualifying campaign, and trailed Nigeria for a spot in the next edition of the AFCON.