FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CAF

South Africa vs Nigeria, 2026 World Cup Qualifying - CAF, Group Stage

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South Africa are hosting Nigeria at Free State Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein, South Africa, starting on . The match is a part of the FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CAF.

South Africa Leaders

# Player Stats
Thapelo Morena Matches: 4, Goals: 2
Jayden Adams Matches: 2, Goals: 2
Khuliso Mudau Matches: 6, Goals: 1

Nigeria Leaders

# Player Stats
Victor Osimhen Matches: 2, Goals: 3
Semi Ajayi Matches: 4, Goals: 1
Raphael Onyedi.. Matches: 4, Goals: 1

Head To Head Record

Date Last Five Games Competition
1-1
FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CAF
1-1
Africa Cup of Nations
2-1
Africa Cup of Nations
1-1
Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying
2-0
Africa Cup of Nations Qualifying

Game Information

Competition: FIFA World Cup Qualifying - CAF

Venue: Free State Toyota Stadium
Location: Bloemfontein, South Africa

WCQ - CAF Standings

# TEAM GP GD PTS
1 South Africa 6 +5 13
2 Rwanda 6 0 8
3 Benin 6 -1 8
4 Nigeria 6 +1 7
Full Standings

WCQ - CAF News

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How much trouble is Nigeria in after tie vs. Zimbabwe?

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