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South Africa leads Group C but risks a points deduction for fielding an ineligible player; Nigeria needs a win to stay in World Cup qualifying contention.
- On Tuesday, September 9, 2025 the Nigeria Super Eagles arrive in Bloemfontein for the World Cup qualifier at Toyota Stadium, kickoff 6 p.m. local time.
- With the standings at stake, South Africa leads Group C with 16 points after seven matches, while Nigeria must win in Bloemfontein to avoid a possible points deduction over Teboho Mokoena's suspension.
- Victor Osimhen's fitness is in doubt after the Rwanda clash, with Tolu Arokodare or Cyriel Dessers as possible replacements; South Africa will miss right-back Nyiko Mobbie but expect Thabo Moloisane's availability.
- Months of silence from FIFA mean the disciplinary process is ongoing, and a sanction could overturn results to a 3-0 forfeit, radically reshaping Group C with three matches left.
- Historically the fixture favors Nigeria across 16 meetings, with Benin Republic on eleven points, one ahead of Nigeria, and the result could decide Group C's top spot and World Cup routes.
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South Africa vs. Nigeria lineups: Predicted starting XI, Victor Osimhen latest, match details as Bafana Bafana host Super Eagles in World Cup qualifying
South Africa host Nigeria in what could be a pivotal game in the race to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
PREVIEW: Nigeria clash with South Africa in crucial World Cup Qualifier
When the Super Eagles of Nigeria lock horns with South Africa at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, it is not just rivalry at stake. A place in next year’s World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico will be on the line. Nigeria’s rivalry with the Bafana Bafana has continued to produce drama, and this one is expected to follow a similar storyline. With the race for the 2026 World Cup nearing its climax, the match carries even more w…
Nigeria Clash With South Africa In Crucial World Cup Qualifier - InsideBusiness - Business News in Nigeria
When the Super Eagles of Nigeria lock horns with South Africa at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, it is not just rivalry at stake. A place in next year’s World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico will be on the line. Nigeria’s rivalry with the Bafana Bafana has continued to produce drama, and this one is expected to follow a similar storyline. With the race for the 2026 World Cup nearing its climax, the match carries even more w…
South Africa vs Nigeria: Super Eagles Not Distracted by FIFA’s Decision – Eric Chelle
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has insisted his players remain focused ahead of Tuesday’s crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against South Africa in Bloemfontein, despite FIFA’s refusal to dock points from Bafana Bafana over alleged fielding of an ineligible player. Nigeria had pushed for South Africa to be sanctioned with a three-point deduction, but Chelle stressed that his team is not dwelling on the ruling. Read Also: Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi t…
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