Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid has expressed excitement over the Super Eagles’ preparations for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali.
Under newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle, the team held its first training session on Tuesday. Wizkid reacted on X (formerly Twitter), posting: “New Super Eagles team! (I) love the energy.”
The high-stakes qualifier is set to take place at Amahoro Stadium in Rwanda on Friday, March 21, with kickoff scheduled for 5 PM Nigerian time. Following this fixture, Nigeria will return home to face Zimbabwe in Uyo on Tuesday, March 26.Nigeria’s Road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
With World Cup qualification at stake, the Super Eagles must secure maximum points. The squad features in-form players like: Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray), Ademola Lookman (Atalanta), and Calvin Bassey (Fulham)
This match marks Chelle’s first game in charge. Fans, including Wizkid, are hopeful for a strong start to the qualifiers.
