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As Nigeria faces South Africa in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier, NFF Technical Director Augustine Eguavoen emphasized that the Super Eagles must secure all three points. Nigeria trails South Africa by six points, and a victory would keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Key Points:
- Nigeria defeated Rwanda 1-0 last Saturday, but still trails South Africa by six points in Group C.
- A win against South Africa would cut the gap to three points, improving Nigeria's qualification prospects.
- Eguavoen acknowledges South Africa's strength but insists Nigeria is aiming for a win.
- The match, taking place at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein, is a "must-win" for the Super Eagles.
- The match kicks off at 6 pm local time (5 pm Nigerian time) on Tuesday.
- Eguavoen stresses the urgency of the game: “Nigeria has no choice but to win.”
With World Cup qualification on the line, the Super Eagles are determined to defeat South Africa and stay in contention for a spot in the 2026 tournament. Eguavoen remains confident, underscoring that Nigeria's future in the qualifiers depends on the upcoming clash
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
