FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF)---South Africa VS Nigeria Prediction

South Africa VS Nigeria Livescore / H2H stats and Live Streaming
Time:10-09-2025 00:00 Wednesday
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Match Preview:
South Africa has been in dominant form, leading Group C with 16 points after seven matches. They have a perfect home record in this qualifying campaign, with three wins and no losses, and are coming off a convincing 3-0 victory over Lesotho. Their strong defense and an effective attack, led by players like Lyle Foster, have been key to their success.

Nigeria, meanwhile, has struggled with inconsistency, with a record of two wins, four draws, and one loss in their first seven qualifying matches. While they are coming off a crucial 1-0 victory over Rwanda, their inability to consistently secure wins has put them in a difficult position. Making their task even more challenging, they will be without their star striker Victor Osimhen due to injury.

The historical head-to-head record between these two rivals is very competitive, but Nigeria holds the edge with six wins to South Africa's one, with six draws. However, in recent matches on South African soil, the outcomes have often been draws.

Match Prediction: 
Given South Africa's impressive home form, their current lead in the group, and Nigeria's struggles and the absence of their key striker, the prediction is a 2-1 victory for South Africa. This result would effectively secure their spot in the World Cup finals.