Nigeria battled to a hard-fought 1-0 win over Rwanda in Uyo on Saturday evening.

 The team displayed strong character to secure the result against a resilient opponent.

Allnigeriasoccer.com presents ratings of the Super Eagles players.

The starters

Goalkeeper 

Stanley Nwabali: Nwabali had little to deal with but was fortunate to avoid a red card. (6/10)

Defenders

Ola Aina: Aina offered little in attack but remained solid at the back. (7/10)

Benjamin Frederick: The young defender was reliable at the back and composed on the ball. (8/10)

Calvin Bassey: Bassey was solid defensively and effective in handling most aerial and physical duels. (7.5/10)

Bruno Onyemaechi: Onyemaechi endured a difficult outing offensively, failing to deliver quality crosses into the box. (6/10)

Midfielders and forwards

Wilfred Ndidi: Ndidi put in a solid shift in midfield, breaking up play and regaining possession for the team. (7/10)

Frank Onyeka: Onyeka failed to make a significant impact, with his performance cut short by an early second-half substitution. (6/10)

Alex Iwobi: Iwobi started slowly but gradually took control of the midfield, dictating play with composure. (7/10)

Moses Simon: The Paris FC dazzler had a decent performance but fell short of the influence and sharpness expected of him. (6/10)

Victor Osimhen: Osimhen picked up an injury in the first half but also had a goal ruled out. (5/10)

Ademola Lookman: The Atalanta forward will be disappointed after failing to convert several chances. (6.5/10)

The substitutes

Cyriel Dessers: Dessers came on for Osimhen but offered little threat in attack during his spell on the pitch. (4.5/10)

Tolu Arokodare: Arokodare made a superb impact after coming on in the second half. (9/10)

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru: Dele-Bashiru played a steady role in keeping possession and helping preserve the lead in the closing stages. (6/10)

Willian Troost-Ekong:  (NA)

Bright Osayi-Samuel:  (NA)

Adeyemi Adewale

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