Nigeria vs South Africa Live Score and Live Stream

Preview

In Africa Qualification Group stage action, Nigeria National Football Team met South Africa National Football Team on June 7. They played out a 1-1 draw.

The spotlight turns to the field where the upcoming match sees Nigeria and South Africa renew their battle, 4 months after the Playoffs encounter which Nigeria won on penalties. Nigeria come into this match following a defeat to Mali on March 26, looking to bounce back with a stronger performance. Focusing on defensive improvements could pave the way for better results, as their backline has lacked consistency, with goals conceded across four consecutive matches.

South Africa approach this clash having drawn with Algeria and Andorra, marking their 3rd consecutive unbeaten match.

This Africa Qualification Group stage encounter highlights the attacking players who have stood out for Nigeria National Football Team and South Africa National Football Team throughout the campaign, even in challenging moments. Nigeria’s attacking options have been bolstered by Kelechi Iheanacho, the team’s top scorer, who have contributed crucial goals. Iheanacho has been Nigeria’s standout performer across all competitions, netting one goal.

Meanwhile, South Africa’s top finisher Lyle Foster and Themba Zwane have played important roles in ensuring their attack remains effective. Foster is South Africa’s overall top scorer so far this term, with one goal across all competitions, as Yaya tops the team’s assist charts with one decisive pass leading to goal.

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Line-Ups

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Stats

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Head-to-head

Since March 2015, the teams have gone head-to-head five times. Nigeria have won twice, South Africa once, and two games ended in draws. The most recent match between them was on February 7, 2024, in the Playoffs of Africa Nations Cup, where Nigeria won on penalties after the match ended 1-1. In total, Nigeria have managed five goals in these five meetings, compared to South Africa's six. So far, Nigeria have proven stronger in their recent head-to-head record against South Africa.

Nigeria have won one of their six matches in Africa Qualification Group stage this season, with four draws and one defeat, netting seven goals (1.17 per match) and conceding six (1.00 per match). South Africa have played six matches in Africa Qualification Group stage, with four wins, one draw, and one loss this season, netting ten goals (1.67 per match) and conceding five (0.83 per match).

Recent Form

Nigeria are coming off a loss in their last match against Mali, while South Africa are currently on a run of two straight draws, with level games against Algeria and Andorra in their last two matches. Overall, Nigeria have won eleven of their last twenty matches, losing five and drawing four, while South Africa have won seven of their last twenty matches, losing four and drawing nine.

Live Standings

As always, Africa Qualification Group stage's live standings are availble and updated in real time. Nigeria sit 16th with seven points from six matches, while South Africa hold 13th place with thirteen points after six matches.

Video Highlights

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