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South Africa vs Nigeria is a decisive World Cup qualifier.
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Bafana Bafana lead with 16 points, while Nigeria have 10.
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A win saves Nigeria’s hopes; a loss ends them.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria head to Bloemfontein to go toe-to-toe with Bafana Bafana in a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.
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This South Africa vs Nigeria clash is do-or-die for Eric Chelle and his men.
On the other hand, it’s a big chance for South Africa to tighten their grip on Group C.
South Africa sit on top of the group with 16 points.
Benin follow with 11, while Nigeria sit on 10 from seven matches. With three games left and nine points to fight for, the Eagles must avoid defeat to keep automatic qualification alive.
Hugo Broos’s team look sharp, unbeaten at home and fresh from three straight wins.
Nigeria, on the other hand, continue to blow hot and cold.
They’ve won only two of their last five but edged Rwanda 1-0, thanks to super-sub Tolu Arokodare.
Victor Osimhen remains doubtful after picking up a knock against Rwanda.
If he misses out, Nigeria lose their main attacking threat but Arokodare’s form gives the Eagles a strong backup option.
Nigeria last won away to South Africa in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.
Since 2013, Bafana Bafana have kept their home record intact against the Eagles, making Toyota Stadium a fortress when South Africa vs Nigeria games roll around.
Victory for South Africa would tighten their grip on a World Cup place.
A Nigeria win would close the gap to three points and keep hope alive. Defeat, however, would all but kill automatic qualification under CAF’s new rules.
Kickoff: 6:00 p.m. SAST (5:00 p.m. Nigeria)
