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.
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.
