Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualification campaign is in jeopardy after a 1-1 draw with South Africa, their third consecutive draw in the series.
The team conceded the first goal to Themba Zwane, but equalized through Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s debut goal.
The result leaves Nigeria in fifth place with three points, trailing South Africa who have four points.
With a crucial match against Benin Republic on Monday, the Super Eagles must secure a win to revive their qualification hopes and avoid a potentially disastrous exit from the competition.