South Africa head coach Hugo Broos speaks ahead of Nigeria clash

South Africa Head Coach Hugo Broos Shares Insights Ahead of Thrilling Nigeria Showdown


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In one week’s time, Nigeria is set to face South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on their home turf…

Hugo Broos, the head coach of South Africa’s national football team, has disclosed that his focus is not yet on the upcoming World Cup Qualifier against Nigeria’s Super Eagles, according to Soccernet.ng.

Currently leading Group D by six points, the AFCON 2023 bronze medalists hold a comfortable advantage over Eric Chelle’s Nigerian squad, with the two teams scheduled to clash next Tuesday.

Their previous encounter in June 2024 ended in a 1-1 stalemate, back when Nigeria was managed by Finidi George.

Hugo Broos during the AFCON 2023 match between Morocco and South Africa at Stade Laurent Pokou, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, January 30, 2024. [Photo Credit: ImagoxDidier Lefa]

Broos Prioritizes Upcoming Matches Over Nigeria Clash

Before hosting Nigeria at the Free State Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein next week, South Africa will face Lesotho in three days. Coach Broos has emphasized the critical nature of all forthcoming fixtures, yet he remains composed despite Nigeria’s impressive lineup.

“The match against Nigeria is still a week away, and right now, my attention is solely on Lesotho,” Broos stated during a press briefing at Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto, as reported by TimesLive ZA.

“After we conclude the Lesotho game, we will assess our strategy and lineup for Nigeria. At this moment, Lesotho is the priority because it’s the most crucial challenge ahead.”

Super Eagles during FIFA World Cup qualifiers match
Super Eagles in action during the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda at Amahoro Stadium, March 21, 2025. [Photo Credit: Imago]

“Securing a win against Lesotho is vital; failure to do so could complicate our path forward,” Broos added.

“Following that, we have important fixtures against Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and Rwanda. Dropping points now would increase pressure in the upcoming October matches.”

“Therefore, our immediate goal is to triumph on Friday and then build momentum heading into the Nigeria game,” the Belgian coach concluded.

William Ekong of Nigeria during Afcon 2023 Semi Final
Mothobi Mvala of South Africa and William Ekong of Nigeria during the AFCON 2023 Semi Final. [Photo Credit: Imago]

Meanwhile, Eric Chelle’s Nigerian squad has already commenced preparations for their upcoming fixture against Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

Among the first to arrive at the training camp on Monday were Werder Bremen’s Felix Agu, Nantes’ Chidozie Awaziem, and Boavista’s Bruno Onyemaechi, joined by promising talents like teenager Benjamin Frederick and goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye. So far, 15 Super Eagles players have reported for camp.


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