Nigeria, Sept. 9 -- Rwanda's Amavubi Stars have reignited their very slim 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes after securing a crucial 1-0 win away to Zimbabwe on Tuesday, a result that sees them overtake Nigeria's Super Eagles in the Group C standings.

A moment of brilliance from Gilbert Mugisha in the 40th minute proved decisive, as his composed finish sealed all three points for Rwanda.

The victory lifts the Wasps to third place with 11 points from eight matches, one point above Nigeria, who remain on 10 points after seven games.

This result adds extra tension ahead of Tuesday's blockbuster clash between South Africa and Nigeria at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, with Eric Chelle's side now under immense pressure to deli...