South Africa vs Nigeria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 Sep 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: South Africa vs Nigeria

South Africa host Nigeria in this World Cup qualifying clash, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Tuesday 9 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Go For South Africa With Some Insurance

We believe that South Africa 0.0 could be the way forward against Nigeria. The Asian Handicap odds of -152 makes plenty of appeal, with our stake refunded if the home team only manage to draw.

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1-1 Draw in Last H2H Battle

South Africa triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Lesotho were beaten 3-0 in the World Cup qualifier.

Nigeria won their previous game, beating Rwanda at home. It was a 1-0 World Cup qualifying victory.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Nigeria boast an unbeaten record in the past three games against South Africa, with their last clash ending 1-1. The past 3 H2H matches have involved two draws and one Nigeria win.

Africa World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	South Africa	10	5	3	2	15	9	6	15:9	18
2	Nigeria	10	4	5	1	15	8	7	15:8	17

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Confirmed Lineups

South Africa confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ronwen Williams (GK), Zuko Mdunyelwa, Siyabonga Ngezana, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Samukelo Kabini, Teboho Mokoena, Bathusi Aubaas, Mohau Nkota, Sipho Mbule, Oswin Appollis, Lyle Foster.

Nigeria confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Stanley Nwabili (GK), Benjamin Fredrick, Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong, Ola Aina, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman, Cyriel Dessers.

South Africa vs Nigeria Prediction & Betting Tips

This South Africa vs Nigeria betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Match Prediction

If you agree with our verdict that South Africa are going to win, consider backing them at -152 on the Asian Handicap 0.0. The home team could have the upper hand in this World Cup qualifying clash.

Understanding the injured players situation proves useful when assembling football picks. Once we’ve also considered the form guide, we use the latest stats and provide World Cup qualifying betting predictions.

Key South Africa vs Nigeria stats:

• The 0.0 line has been covered by South Africa in 5 consecutive games.
• The 0.0 line has been covered by South Africa in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The 0.0 line has been covered by South Africa in 11 of their last 16 games at home.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Nigeria in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Nigeria in 11 of their last 20 games.
• The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Nigeria in 2 of their last 3 games against South Africa.

South Africa 0.0 Probability

The odds at the best football bookies suggest our pick has a 60.2% chance of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 70%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

South Africa 1 - 0 Nigeria

There are odds of +360 available that South Africa land a 1-0 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

South Africa vs Nigeria Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Full-Time Result Odds Suggest a Close Contest

The latest Full-Time Result betting odds show that South Africa are +165 for a World Cup qualifying victory, while Nigeria are +190. The draw is trading at +170 should you think the game will end all square.

South Africa can be backed alternatively on the Half-Time Result market and that means getting +255. However, Nigeria are +270 and the draw is -115 if you want to take a different option.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Under 2.5 is the likelier outcome in this contest. Both Teams to Score betting is highly popular and the No pick on the BTTS market is chalked up at -189.

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Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+170

2

+190

Half-Time Result

1

+255

X

-115

2

+270

Double Chance

1X

-294

12

-263

X2

-250

Draw No Bet

1

-132

2

-109

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+120

2 Hcp +0.25

-164

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-294

Over 2.5

+195

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+130

No

-189

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

South Africa Stats

Nigeria Stats

Full-Time Result

• 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 8 wins and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.90 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches

South Africa vs Nigeria Lineups & Team News

Get the latest team news for South Africa vs Nigeria before you bet. Stay updated with confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups and the latest injury reports.