The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced ticket prices and sales points for the 2026 World Cup qualifier between Nigeria's Super Eagles and South Africa's Bafana Bafana. The match will be held on Friday at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Tickets are priced at N1,000 for Popular Stands and N3,000 for VIP seats.
As the countdown to the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier between Nigeria's Super Eagles and South Africa's Bafana Bafana intensifies, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled details regarding ticket prices and sales outlets. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled for Friday at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, with kickoff set for 8:00 p.m.
In a bid to ensure seamless access for fans, the NFF has announced that tickets will go on sale starting Thursday morning. Supporters can purchase tickets at designated locations, including Comfort FM Radio Station (Ikot Akpanabia), Inspiration FM Radio Station (Udo Udoma Street), Memories FM Radio Station (Ernest Bassey Street), and De-Choice Shopping Mall. The ticket prices have been set at N1,000 for the Popular Stands and N3,000 for the VIP section.
To further enhance convenience, the NFF plans to expand the sales network by incorporating fuel stations and eateries as additional ticket outlets, with more details to be unveiled on Thursday. The federation aims to complete ticket sales before the match commences on Friday evening, ensuring a smooth flow of spectators into the stadium.
For the Super Eagles, this encounter carries immense significance as they currently find themselves in a precarious position in the qualifying campaign. With only two points from their opening two matches, a victory against South Africa is imperative to keep their World Cup dreams alive. The team's last outing at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium resulted in a disappointing 1-1 draw against the lower-ranked Lesotho side, raising concerns about their performance.
While the Super Eagles dominated possession after conceding an early goal, their inability to convert chances into goals proved costly. To avoid another setback on home soil, the team will need to be more clinical in front of goal and capitalize on their opportunities against the formidable South African side. A loss in this encounter could deal a severe blow to Nigeria's qualification hopes, heightening the pressure on the players and coaching staff.
As the anticipation builds, fans are urged to secure their tickets early and rally behind the Super Eagles in their quest to secure a coveted spot in the 2026 World Cup.
