Nigeria, Sept. 9 -- Nigeria's Super Eagles face a defining moment in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign when they take on Bafana Bafana at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday, 9 September.

After a narrow 1-0 win over Rwanda in Uyo, Eric Chelle's men sit third in Group C with 10 points, six adrift of leaders South Africa. Bafana Bafana, however, face lingering uncertainty over the prospect of being docked three points for allegedly fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in March. For Nigeria, defeat in Bloemfontein could deal a heavy blow to their qualification hopes, while victory would inject fresh momentum into their World Cup campaign.

With Bafana riding high after their 3-0 demolition of Lesotho, the ...