Tolu Arokodare emerged the hero for the Super Eagles on Saturday, netting the decisive strike in the 51st minute to hand Nigeria a narrow 1-0 victory over Rwanda in their 2026 World Cup qualifier.
The former Genk striker broke the deadlock with a composed finish, sparking wild celebrations as Nigeria battled through a tense contest in Abuja.
However, the win came at a cost, with star forward Victor Osimhen forced off in the first half after picking up an injury. The extent of the knock is yet to be confirmed, leaving fans and officials anxious over his availability for upcoming fixtures.
READ ALSO: Super Eagles Camp Buzzes as Osimhen, Chukwueze, Lookman Join Up
The result sees Nigeria climb to third on the qualifiers table with 10 points, sitting just behind South Africa on six points and Benin with one.
The Super Eagles will now shift focus to a crucial clash in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, where another win could boost their chances of sealing a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.