Nigeria’s Super Eagles are ready to lock horns with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a do-or-die 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Free State Stadium on Tuesday, September 2025.
Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. Nigerian time (WAT). For Nigeria, the mission is simple yet monumental—win or risk falling further behind in Group C, where South Africa currently leads.
A victory would not only revive the Eagles’ World Cup dreams but also reaffirm their historical dominance over their Southern rivals.
The stakes couldn’t be higher: with star striker Victor Osimhen sidelined by injury, coach Eric Chelle must improvise, relying on emerging talents and experienced heads to get the job done. South Africa, though unbeaten at home in this qualifying run, are also missing key defenders, setting the stage for an unpredictable showdown.
Their rivalry has always been fierce, often ending in draws, but tonight promises to be different. For the Super Eagles, it’s more than just three points—it’s about pride, redemption, and keeping their World Cup hopes alive.
