Player Profiles

BON FILS KABANDAPosition: MidfielderBorn: 18/09/94Place of birth: KigaliCaps: 8 Goals: 0 Kabanda is a pacy winger, who made his debut for Rwanda’s U-17 team during an international friendly match against Tunisia last year in preparation for the African championship. He was a key figure who guided Rwanda to her first Fifa World Cup appearance. He has been a regular player for French based club Nancy U-19 team. Technically gifted and left-sided, he offers a good option going forward and can stretch teams with his speed. JANVIER BENEDATAPosition: MidfielderBorn: 12/08/95Place of birth: KigaliCaps: 0 Goals: 0 Benedata is a talented and skilful player, who will be making his debut for Rwanda U17 during the Fifa World Cup finals in Mexico. The APR academy footballer missed out the African U-17 championship and was spotted in February by coach Richard Tardy. He is a natural right-footer and is almost so comfortable in possession of the ball. He also has the ability to drift past and evade players in all areas of the pitch. Benedata’s skills, ability, composure and technique is what the Junior Wasps need going into the World Cup finals. IBRAHIM ITANGISHAKAPosition: MidfielderBorn: 16/09/94Place of birth: RubavuCaps: 5 Goals: 0 Itangishaka is a speedy winger, who is most known for his assists than the goals. Born in Rubavu, Western Province, Itangishaka plays for SEC football academy. He made his debut with the national team during a friendly against Ghana in 2010 but missed out on the final team which played the Africa U-17 Championship in Kigali. His elevation has seen being recalled for the World Cup finals. He is a lively and creative player, who can feature in a variety of roles in midfield or attack. Primarily a forward thinking midfield player, 16-year-old can also be used from the flank where his pace and skill make him a dangerous customer for opponents. Ends