The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, September 9. The high-stakes showdown will take place at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.
FIFA has confirmed that the match will kick off at 5pm Nigerian time, with both teams desperate to secure maximum points in what has become a fiercely contested Group C.
Before travelling to South Africa, Nigeria will host the Amavubi of Rwanda on home soil. That game is slated for September 6 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
The Super Eagles have so far managed only one victory in the qualifiers, a performance that has left fans on edge and the team with no room for error in the upcoming fixtures.
Eric Chelle’s men now face mounting pressure to win both matches if they are to stay in strong contention for a spot at the 2026 World Cup. Anything short of back-to-back wins could derail their qualification hopes.
With qualification on the line and national pride at stake, the two encounters will be pivotal for Nigeria’s World Cup dreams—and for a team that must now prove it belongs on football’s biggest stage.
