The Super Eagles of Nigeria have safely arrived in Bloemfontein, South Africa, at 6:25 p.m. local time on Sunday, ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Bafana Bafana.
The team departed Uyo at 2:00 p.m. aboard a ValueJet flight, with a brief stopover in Luanda, Angola, for refueling.
After a two-hour, 20-minute flight and a one-hour stopover, the squad continued on a three-and-a-half-hour journey before landing at Bram Fischer International Airport.
The Nigerian delegation, comprising over 70 players and officials, will stay in South Africa until Tuesday, September 10, after the high-stakes encounter.
This trip comes after overcoming visa challenges at the South African Embassy in Abuja, which had delayed entry permits for some delegation members, including the Nigeria Supporters Club.
With travel issues now resolved, Nigeria will focus on the pitch as they aim for a maximum three points against group leaders South Africa.
The Bafana Bafana currently lead Group C with 16 points from seven matches, while the Super Eagles sit third with 10 points.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:00 p.m. Nigerian time, and a win would reduce the deficit to three points, reviving Nigeria’s qualification hopes with three rounds remaining.
A victory would be a significant boost for the team, and their fans are eagerly anticipating a positive outcome.
