Rohr criticizes Nigeria coach for resting key players

Rohr criticizes the Nigeria coach for resting the most important players against Rwanda in the last match of the African qualifiers, after the coach rested both Ademola Lookman and also rested both Alex Iwobi and Ndidi, Leicester City's player, and goalkeeper Nwabali as well.

Although Nigeria secured qualification two games before their match with Rwanda, the Nigerian national team, as players and coach, received a lot of criticism for the way they handled the match.

“We have already faced them in the World Cup qualifiers. The coincidence of the calendar meant that we find them again on the road to the Afcon” Rohr said.

Ruho's criticism of the way the Nigeria coach handled the match was obvious for the sole reason that in this way the Super Eagles coach disrespected the opponent.

Nigeria and Benin are scheduled to face off again in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in October 2025.