Nigeria’s Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has included William Troost-Ekong and Ademola Lookman in the starting XI for today’s crucial World Cup qualifier against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana.
The clash is a high-stakes battle, with both teams eager to strengthen their push for a place at the FIFA 2026 tournament.
Troost-Ekong, returning to central defence after time out through injury, is expected to provide stability and leadership, while Lookman, coming off an impressive club campaign, will add pace and attacking threat from the wings.
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Chelle is banking on a mix of youth and experience as Nigeria seeks to extend its recent dominance over South Africa.
The Super Eagles, under pressure after inconsistent results earlier in the qualifiers, view this fixture as a must-win to revive their qualification hopes.
On the other hand, South Africa, led by coach Hugo Broos, head into the tie in strong form and determined to spring a surprise.
Sitting at the top of the group, Bafana Bafana will look to punish any defensive lapses while remaining disciplined at the back.
The encounter promises intensity, with both sides boasting quality players and recent competitive sharpness.
Kick-off is at 5 pm, with expectations of a charged atmosphere as fans rally behind the Super Eagles in one of the most anticipated matches of the qualifiers.
Super Eagles Line-up vs South Africa
23 Nwabali
2 Aina
4 Ndidi
5 Ekong (Captain)
7 Lookman
11 Frederick
14 Dele Bashiru
15 Simon
17 Iwobi
19 Dessers
21 Bassey
Substitutes: Adebayo, Onyeka, Awaziem, Arokodare, Chukwueze, Osayi, Uche, Onyemaechi, Obasogie, Agu, Nwadike
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