Who Won? South Africa 1-1 Nigeria — Full Match Report, History & What It Means

South Africa 1–1 Nigeria — Full Match Report, Historical Record & What It Means

Published: 9 September 2025 — ISIYOSE TV

South Africa and Nigeria battled to a 1–1 draw in Bloemfontein, a result that reshapes the 2026 World Cup qualifying race. Bafana Bafana took the lead through a William Troost-Ekong own goal (25’), but Calvin Bassey equalised (44’).

Final Score

Match	Scorers	Venue
South Africa 1–1 Nigeria	25' Troost-Ekong (OG) — 44' Bassey	Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein

Match Timeline

• 25’ — South Africa score via Troost-Ekong’s own goal.
• 44’ — Calvin Bassey heads in Nigeria’s equaliser.
• 2nd half — Both sides missed chances; South Africa defended strongly.
• FT: 1–1 — both teams share the points.

Head-to-Head History (1992–2025)

Including this draw, the record between Nigeria and South Africa since 1992:

Nigeria Wins	Draws	South Africa Wins
8	7	2

This shows Nigeria’s long-term dominance, though recent meetings have been far closer.

Implications for World Cup Qualification

The draw strengthens South Africa’s hold on Group C, while Nigeria now faces tougher fixtures ahead. South Africa remain unbeaten, while the Super Eagles must regroup to keep qualification alive.

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Sources

• Al Jazeera — Live Blog
• ESPN — Match Centre
• Channels TV — Nigeria view
• TimesLive — SA coverage

Written by ISIYOSE TV. Last updated: 9 September 2025.