Abuja: Super Eagles Captain Williams Troost-Ekong has assured fans that the team will strive to make their supporters proud in the upcoming match against the Amavubi of Rwanda. Speaking at a pre-match press conference held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday, Troost-Ekong expressed confidence and commitment to delivering a strong performance.

According to News Agency of Nigeria, Troost-Ekong acknowledged the high expectations from Nigerian supporters and emphasized the team’s focus and preparation for the match. He assured fans that the Super Eagles have a strong squad ready to implement their game plan. “We are ready for our game plan. We have a good training session, and I know my players,” he said, expressing hope for a victory against Rwanda.

Troost-Ekong highlighted the significance of the match, stating, “We need to be serious to win the game tomorrow. My team is motivated, and we have spoken about the gravity of the game tomorrow.” He acknowledged the importance of the match in the context of the World Cup, describing it as a “life ambition” to represent Nigeria at the highest level.

The Super Eagles captain reiterated the team’s focus and expressed confidence in their preparation. He concluded, “We have confidence in our preparation and are motivated. Now, it’s up to us to deliver on the pitch tomorrow.”

The Super Eagles are currently in fourth place in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with seven points from six matches. They trail behind South Africa, Rwanda, and Benin Republic in the standings.