Rwanda's Coach Torsten Spittler Pleased With Team's Effort

Rwanda’s coach Torsten Spittler pleased with team’s effort

September 12, 2024
Alie Bittar @bittar32

Rwanda’s coach, Torsten Spittler, praised his team’s strong performance following their 0-0 draw against Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifier.

Rwanda displayed a solid defensive effort, successfully holding the three-time AFCON champions to a goalless draw at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Tuesday.

Despite Nigeria dominating possession and applying sustained pressure, Spittler’s team remained resolute, frustrating the Super Eagles’ attempts to break the deadlock.

Spittler expressed his satisfaction with his team’s effort after the game, as he stated, “I’m very happy not only because of the result but also the way we played.” He also acknowledged the quality of Nigeria’s attack, singling out their forward line as world-class.

The draw keeps Rwanda in contention as they look to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, with the team taking great encouragement from the match against one of the continent’s footballing heavyweights.

Nigeria couldn’t break through the Rwandan defence despite dominating possession. Rwandan fans hope their team can build on this point. The AFCON 2025 qualifying race is intensifying, with both teams facing further tests.

The Super Eagles are at the top of Group D with four points, and Rwanda is in third place with two. Nigeria will host Libya in their next qualifier in October, while Rwanda faces a back-to-back test against Benin aiming to return to winning ways.