Rwanda national football team,Amavubi, led by head coach Torsten Frank Spittler, has announced the squad for the upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin. The first match will take place in Abidjan on October 11, followed by a home game at Kigali Amahoro Stadium on October 15.
Rwanda’s Amavubi is preparing for two key AFCON 2025 qualifiers as they aim to secure a place in the continental tournament, set to be held in Morocco.
Coach Spittler has called up a blend of fresh talent and experienced players to face Benin. Among the new faces is Johan Marvin Kury, a promising winger from Switzerland’s Yverdon FC, who received his first national call-up. Known for his speed, dribbling, and goal-scoring ability, Kury is expected to boost the team’s attacking options.
Also returning to the squad is Anicet Ishimwe, who recently signed with Olympique de Béja in Tunisia. His recall comes after a notable absence, and his experience especially in younger Amavubi teams will be valuable as Rwanda pushes for qualification. Another standout is Salim Abdallah from Musanze FC, a player with a unique background, born in Uganda to a Rwandan father and Arabian mother, but raised in Rwanda.
Rwanda, captained by the experienced Djihad Bizimana, currently sits third in Group D with two points after two tough draws in September, a 1-1 away draw against Libya Read also: AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Nshuti equalizer secures crucial point for Amavubi in Libya and a goalless home draw against Nigeria. Read also: AFCON 2025 QUALIFIERS: Thrilling Encounter at Amahoro stadium ends in goalless draw
Nigeria leads the group D with four points, followed by Benin with three, Rwanda with two and Libya with one.
Amavubi are fighting for a return to the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since their only appearance in 2004.
Team with a rejuvenated squad, strong management, and a motivated coach, is determined to give Rwandans hope and pride as they chase a long-awaited return to the continental stage.