Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has urged his teammates to focus on the task ahead as they began training in Kigali on Tuesday, ahead of Friday’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda.
Ekong, who arrived at the Eagles camp on Tuesday morning alongside Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, and others, posted on social media, “Touchdown, Naija let’s get to work.” The team held their first training session on Tuesday, with coach Eric Chelle and his assistants overseeing the proceedings.
Nigeria is campaigning in Group C of the qualifying series and risks missing out on the 2026 World Cup after a disappointing start to their qualifying campaign. With just three points from four matches, the Super Eagles sit in fifth place, four points behind leaders Rwanda
A win against Rwanda on Friday will be crucial in reviving Nigeria’s hopes. The team will then face Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo next Tuesday. Coach Chelle will be hoping to make a positive impact in his first game in charge of the team.
