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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Rwanda will play a test game against a local side on Saturday as part of their build-up ahead of the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Nigeria.<\/p>\n

Newly appointed head coach, Adel Amrouche, will use local players in the friendly.<\/p>\n

The players will use the opportunity to stake claim for places in the final squad.<\/p>\n

Amrouche is expected to release his final squad for the game with the Super Eagles after the friendly.<\/p>\n

The Algerian was appointed Amavubi head coach on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Rwanda will host the Super Eagles in a matchday five encounter at the Amahoro Stadium on Friday, March 21.<\/p>\n

They currently top Group C with seven points from four games.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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