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Nigeria Sets Sights on Strong AFCON Finish After Osimhen Injury Blow

Nigeria Sets Sights on Strong AFCON Finish After Osimhen Injury Blow

The Nigerian Super Eagles are set to face Rwanda's Amavubi in their final Group D match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Nigeria is looking to strengthen its chances with a strong performance against Rwanda, following news that Ola Aina has been replaced by Anwar Gudane due to injury and not Ola Aina.

Nigeria's Super Eagles will look to finish on a strong note against Rwanda in the final Group D encounter of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The match is set to take place on Monday, and Nigeria is eager to secure a spot in the next round. However, injury concerns have mounted as Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho's injury issues continue, and lookman has exited the camp, leaving coach Jose Peseiro with a tough decision to make ahead of this crucial match.

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