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Nigeria vs South Africa Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup
by Devesh Jaganath | in World Cup Predictions
Familiar foes Nigeria and South Africa will face off in week three of the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Friday night. The hosts are currently in third place in Group C with two points, while the visitors are second with three points.
The group winners will qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals, while the second-placed teams will enter a playoff round to determine which two sides will secure spots in the tournament.
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The Best Betting Odds for Nigeria v South Africa Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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9 | 1.09 | 23 |
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1.6 | 3.4 | 5 |
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4.49 | 1.32 | 12.8 |
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4.49 | 1.32 | 12.8 |
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1.57 | 3.84 | 6.4 |
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1.57 | 3.84 | 6.4 |
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1.51 | 3.98 | 7.1 |
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1.47 | 3.85 | 7.2 |
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5.5 | 1.2 | 13 |
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8.5 | 1.09 | 18 |
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2.9 | 1.62 | 7 |
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1.6 | 3.6 | 6 |
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1.6 | 3.5 | 6 |
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7.5 | 1.13 | 19 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Nigeria and South Africa?
Our prediction for the Nigeria vs South Africa match is: Handicap South Africa +2
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 07/06/2024 between Nigeria and South Africa in World Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 45.35% for a win of Nigeria against South Africa with odds of 9 at Bet365.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Nigeria vs South Africa is 35.17% with odds of 3.98 at Melbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 19.48% chance ⭐ for a win of South Africa vs Nigeria with odds of 23 at Bet365.
Nigeria - South Africa Prediction and Best Odds:
| Nigeria South Africa Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria wins | 45.35% | 9 at Bet365 |
| Under 2.5 | 70.49% | 2.08 at Tonybet |
| Both Team To Score | 45.83% | 2.35 at Vbet |
| Half-time: Draw / Full-time: Nigeria | 20.47% | 30 at Unibet |
Nigeria vs South Africa Form
Nigeria and South Africa's standings in the World Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2
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7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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5
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3 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | -1 |
Nigeria and South Africa Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
22 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
11 Feb 2024 - AFCON
7 Feb 2024 - AFCON
2 Feb 2024 - AFCON
27 Jan 2024 - AFCON
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
22 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
11 Feb 2024 - AFCON
7 Feb 2024 - AFCON
2 Feb 2024 - AFCON
27 Jan 2024 - AFCON
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
22 Jan 2024 - AFCON
18 Jan 2024 - AFCON
8 Jan 2024 - International Friendlies
19 Nov 2023 - World Cup
18 Jun 2023 - AFCON
27 Mar 2023 - AFCON
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
21 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
10 Feb 2024 - AFCON
7 Feb 2024 - AFCON
3 Feb 2024 - AFCON
30 Jan 2024 - AFCON
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
21 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
10 Feb 2024 - AFCON
24 Jan 2024 - AFCON
21 Jan 2024 - AFCON
10 Jan 2024 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2023 - World Cup
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
26 Mar 2024 - International Friendlies
7 Feb 2024 - AFCON
3 Feb 2024 - AFCON
30 Jan 2024 - AFCON
16 Jan 2024 - AFCON
21 Nov 2023 - World Cup
Nigeria vs South Africa Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
50 %
50 %
0 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
7 Feb 2024 - AFCON
10 Jul 2019 - AFCON
Nigeria - South Africa: Form Analysis
It’s four months to the day since these African powerhouses faced off in the semi-final of the Africa Cup of Nations. On that occasion, both sides ended level in regulation time, but Nigeria ultimately got through via penalty shootouts. The Super Eagles were beaten by the Ivory Coast in the final of that competition, and since then, they have beaten Ghana 2-1 and lost to Mali 2-0 during the international break back in March. At home, Nigeria are unbeaten in their last three games (W2 D1 L0), which included a whopping 6-0 victory over Sao Tome and Principe last September. The Super Eagles played out consecutive 1-1 draws in World Cup qualifying against Lesotho and Zimbabwe last November and trail group leaders Rwanda by four points. They are also unbeaten in their last three matches against this opponent and are clear favourites here, according to the bookmakers.
Meanwhile, South Africa have been one of the most improved sides in Africa over the last couple of years. After claiming third place at the Africa Cup of Nations, they broke into the top 60 teams in the world according to FIFA rankings and are now looking to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since they hosted the grand spectacle back in 2010. During the last AFCON, Bafana Bafana came second in their group behind Mali and reached the semi-final via penalty shootouts against Cape Verde, where goalkeeper Ronwen Williams saved an incredible four of five shots. That loss to Nigeria in the following round remains the only one South Africa have conceded in their last eight games in all competitions, following back-to-back draws against Andorra and Algeria in March. While the visitors are understandably underdogs, they could represent incredible value, based on the long odds they’ve been priced at for this one.
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Players list
S. Nwabali
DefenderB. Tanimu
S. Ajayi
C. Bassey
MidfielderB. Osayi-Samuel
F. Dele-Bashiru
W. Ndidi
ForwardK. Iheanacho
P. Onuachu
A. Lookman
A. Iwobi
R. Williams
DefenderS. Ngezana
M. Mvala
A. Modiba
K. Mudau
MidfielderS. Sithole
T. Mokoena
T. Zwane
ForwardI. Rayners
E. Mokwana
P. Tau
Substitutes
O. Ojo
M. Okoye
DefenderC. Awaziem
K. Igboke
I. Sodiq
MidfielderS. Chukwueze
F. Onyeka
A. Yusuf
R. Onyedika
ForwardI. Olawoyin
T. Moffi
V. Boniface
R. Goss
V. Mothwa
DefenderT. Morena
N. Sibisi
N. Mobbie
MidfielderP. Maswanganyi
B. Aubaas
J. Adams
S. Msimango
ForwardR. Ratomo
O. Appollis
L. Foster
Nigeria & South Africa Squad Analysis
Nigeria have several notable absentees for the next two qualifiers, including Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, who is out injured. AC Milan forward Samuel Chukwueze experienced a minor relapse of his thigh injury during the team's training and is a doubt. Team captain Ahmed Musa and defender Kenneth Omeruo have not been called up, and Nathan Tella asked to be excused. Finidi George has called up NPFL stars Kenneth Igboke and Sodiq Ismael, as well as Rizespor midfielder Ibrahim Olawoyin.
Grant Kekana departed the South African training camp this week due to a hamstring injury and has been replaced by Given Msimango of Kaizer Chiefs. Orlando Pirates’ Nkosinathi Sibisi and Siyabonga Ngezana, who recently won his club league with Romanian side FCSB, are also new additions. However, the majority of the Bafana Bafana squad that impressed at the AFCON remains available for Hugo Broos, including Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, Teboho Mokoena, and Al Ahly’s Percy Tau.
Nigeria - South Africa Key Points
- South Africa kept five clean sheets in seven matches at the Africa Cup of Nations
- These teams played to a goalless draw when they met earlier this year
- South Africa have not lost by a two-goal margin in their last eight matches in all competitions
- South Africa have only conceded only seven goals in their last ten games
- Nigeria have not beaten South Africa by two clear goals in their last six encounters
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Our Nigeria vs South Africa Prediction
While Nigeria have been the dominant side in this fixture in the past, South Africa have made significant strides forward in recent times. A particular improvement noticed by Bafana Bafana has been their defence, which kept five clean sheets in seven AFCON games, and conceded just three goals. We expect the visitors to prioritise the clean sheet here and feel that the first goal could easily end up being the winner. Our Nigeria vs South Africa prediction: Handicap South Africa +2.
Nigeria vs South Africa - Other Interesting Predictions
Under 2.5
Eight of both these sides’ last ten matches in all competitions have ended with under 2.5 goals. Fewer than three goals were scored in four of the last five matches between these sides
Handicap South Africa +1
South Africa have kept six clean sheets in their last ten games, while Nigeria have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four
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Nigeria vs South Africa match : Frequently asked questions
Nigeria and South Africa will face off at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Nigeria.
The CAF World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and South Africa will be played on June 7 at 20:00 GMT.
The match between Nigeria and South Africa will be televised live on DSTV and the official YouTube channel of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
If you are not near a TV set, you can stay up-to-date with the World Cup livescores right here on SportyTrader.
In ten previous meetings, Nigeria have emerged victorious on four occasions, South Africa have won one and five games have ended in a draw.
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
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