Nigeria vs South Africa: Super Eagles starting XI

Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George has named his starting line-up for tonight’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa.

The Super Eagles will start the game with the 4-3-3 formation.

As expected, Chippa United’s Stanley Nwabali will start in goal ahead of the duo of Maduka Okoye and Olorunleke Ojo.

Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey will operate from the right and left-back positions.

Wilfred Ndidi, who will captain the team on the night, will pair West Bromwich Albion’s Semi Ajayi in central defence.

Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru will operate from the midfield.

Read Also: WORLD CUP 26 SHOWDOWN: Super Eagles declare battle cry for  South Africa

Lanky hitman Paul Onuachu will lead the attack and will be supported by Ademola Lookman and Kelechi Iheanacho.

Here is the starting lineup for tonight’s match

Stanley Nwabali

Paul Onuachu

Bright Osayi-Samuel

Calvin Bassey

Wilfred Ndidi

Semi Ajayi

Frank Onyeka,

Alex Iwobi

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru

Ademola Lookman and

Kelechi Iheanacho.

More posts