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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Bugesera FC striker Elijah Ani has joined Amavubi squad in the camp for preparations for upcoming 2026 World Cup double header against Benin and Lesotho in June.<\/p>\n

Ani, who hold Nigerian nationality, was arguably the best player in his debut season in Rwanda where he finished the 2023\/24 Primus National League campaign as joint top scorer, along with Victor Mbaoma, with 15 goals.<\/p>\n

He also helped Bugesera FC to the Peace Cup final before losing the trophy to Police FC.<\/p>\n

The talented attacker is uncapped at any level by Nigeria and has now agreed to represent in Rwandan in international football.<\/p>\n

“I am in the camp with the team and I am glad to feature for the country. I will do my possible best as we hope to qualify for the 2026 World Cup,” Ani told Times Sport.<\/p>\n

Rwanda currently leads Group C with four points from two games after drawing with Zimbabwe and defeating South Africa 2-0 in November 2023.<\/p>\n

Frannk Spittler’s side takes on Benin on June 6 before going up against Lesotho on June 11.<\/p>\n

The team will be camping at La Palisse Hotel, Nyamata and will be holding training sessions twice a day at Ntare School football pitch.<\/p>\n

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

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