Super Eagles hope: Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa after loss to Benin Republic

The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.

Super Eagles hope: Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa after loss to Benin Republic

Tosin Abayomi 06:42 - 11.10.2025

The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.

The Amavubi of Rwanda have made a bold declaration ahead of there next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification game.

The effect of the 1-0 loss to Benin Republic has sparked a massive statement Kigali for Rwandan football.

Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa

Tosin Aiyegun scored a late goal dashing the World Cup qualification hopes of Rwanda despite a spirited performance.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.

The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) and the national team, Amavubi, are now turning the page with a resolute promise to rebound, setting their sights on their upcoming match against South Africa.

The loss to Benin left a bitter taste, but it was not the only notable result in Group C.

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Nigeria secured a 1-2 away victory against Lesotho, while South Africa played out a 0-0 draw against Zimbabwe in the other group games, keeping the qualification race tight.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.

In a post on social media, Rwanda promised to do better when next they take to the field against South Africa.

The statement by the team said, "To you supporters,

"You gave your all, we felt every ounce of your passion.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria get a World Cup lifeline, as after losing to the Benin Republic, Rwanda promises to be better against South Africa.

"Tonight, we bow our heads, not in defeat, but in gratitude.

"We’ll rise again, stronger, sharper, hungrier. Next time, we’ll make it count , for you and for the nation."

This pledge comes ahead of Rwanda’s final group game against South Africa while Nigeria will face Benin in a crucial fixture that could determine the group’s outcome.