Rwandan national team players Lance Mickels and Ange Mutsinzi have expressed their determination to help the country qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The duo, who play for Sabah FK and FK Zira in the Azerbaijan Premier League, made these remarks upon their arrival in Rwanda on September 21, 2026. They joined their teammates for a training session ahead of the team's upcoming matches.
Lance Mickels and Ange Mutsinzi are part of the Rwandan national team, Amavubi, which will begin its campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification with a match against Liberia on September 25, 2026, at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. The team aims to secure a ticket to the tournament, which Rwanda last participated in 2004. Mickels, who has played in the UEFA Champions League, expressed his excitement to help the team return to the Africa Cup of Nations.
Lance Mickels, who has scored 19 goals in the Azerbaijan Premier League, emphasized the importance of fan support in the team's upcoming matches. He urged Rwandan fans to attend the match in large numbers, stating that the team's success depends on their encouragement. Mickels also expressed his confidence in the team's abilities, citing his experience playing in top-level competitions.
Ange Mutsinzi, a defender for FK Zira, echoed Mickels' sentiments, emphasizing that the team's primary goal is to secure a win in their upcoming match against Liberia. He requested that Rwandan fans play an active role in supporting the team, which he believes will motivate them to perform better. Mutsinzi acknowledged that the match will be challenging but expressed optimism about the team's chances.
The Rwandan national team will face a tough challenge in their Group K match against Liberia, which will be followed by a match against Mali on September 29, 2026, in Praia, Cape Verde. The team's coach, Joy-Lance Michels, has been working with the players to fine-tune their strategy and ensure they are well-prepared for the matches.
Ticket prices for the match against Liberia have been announced, with Sky Box tickets costing RWF 1 million, Executive Seat tickets costing RWF 100,000, and VIP tickets costing RWF 50,000. General admission tickets are available for RWF 20,000, while special tickets for the match are priced at RWF 2,000.
The Rwandan national team's campaign for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification will be closely watched by fans and football enthusiasts across the country. With the support of their fans and the experience of players like Lance Mickels and Ange Mutsinzi, Amavubi will look to make a strong impression in their upcoming matches and secure a ticket to the tournament.
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- Rwandan national team players Lance Mickels and Ange Mutsinzi express confidence in securing qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
