Nigeria vs South Africa: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 February

Betiball's prediction for Nigeria vs South Africa on 07 February 2024 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nigeria vs South Africa preview before placing your bet.

Nigeria vs South Africa: Starting Lineups Time : 07/02/2024 13:00

Nigeria
2 - 2
Finished (Pen 4-2)
South Africa
120+2' event Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Bright Osayi Samuel
120' event William Troost-Ekong
114' event Teremas Moffi No penalty confirmed
110' event Teremas Moffi / Victor James Osimhen
102' event Kelechi Iheanacho / Ademola Lookman
102' event Joe Aribo / Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka
101' event Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka
86' event Victor James Osimhen Goal cancelled
67' event William Troost-Ekong
63' event Alhassan Yusuf / Alex Iwobi
63' event Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze / Moses Simon
event 117' Nkosinathi Sibisi / Zakhele Lerato Lepasa
event 115' Grant Kekana
event 90' Teboho Mokoena
event 75' Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Themba Zwane
event 75' Mihlali Mayambela / Siyanda Xulu
120+2' event Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Bright Osayi Samuel
event 117' Nkosinathi Sibisi / Zakhele Lerato Lepasa
120' event William Troost-Ekong
event 115' Grant Kekana
114' event Teremas Moffi No penalty confirmed
event 90' Teboho Mokoena
110' event Teremas Moffi / Victor James Osimhen
event 75' Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Themba Zwane
102' event Kelechi Iheanacho / Ademola Lookman
event 75' Mihlali Mayambela / Siyanda Xulu
102' event Joe Aribo / Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka
101' event Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka
86' event Victor James Osimhen Goal cancelled
67' event William Troost-Ekong
63' event Alhassan Yusuf / Alex Iwobi
63' event Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze / Moses Simon
Nigeria Nigeria
Substitutions
#4 Alhassan Yusuf
#11 Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze
#10 Joe Aribo
#14 Kelechi Iheanacho
#24 Teremas Moffi
#22 Kenneth Josiah Omeruo
#1 Francis Uzoho
#16 Olorunleke Ojo
#13 Sopuruchukwu Bruno Onyemaechi
#20 Chidozie Awaziem
#25 Raphael Onyedika
#7 Ahmed Musa
Nigeria Nigeria South Africa South Africa
14Shots14
6Shots on Goal5
22Fouls11
4Corner Kick2
1Corners (Overtime)2
0Offside1
2Yellow card0
0Red card1
28Aerial24
4Save5
12Successful Tackles21
9Interceptions10
6Shots off goal7
11Head Success15
2Blocked2
12Tackle21
10Dribbles5
19Throw-in24
382Passes616
104Attacks89
61Dangerous attacks32
1Corner Kicks(HT)2
South Africa South Africa
Substitutions
#21 Mihlali Mayambela
#17 Zakhele Lerato Lepasa
#19 Nkosinathi Sibisi
#16 Veli Mothwa
#22 Ricardo Goss
#2 Nyiko Mobbie
#3 Terrence Mashego
#15 Thabang Monare
#7 Oswin Reagan Appollis
#8 Jayden Adams
#23 Thapelo Morena
Commentary
120+2' Nigeria — substitution: Kenneth Josiah Omeruo / Bright Osayi Samuel
120' William Troost-Ekong - Nigeria receive a yellow card
117' South Africa — substitution: Nkosinathi Sibisi / Zakhele Lerato Lepasa
115' Grant Kekana - South Africa receive a red card
114' VAR review - Nigeria
110' Nigeria — substitution: Teremas Moffi / Victor James Osimhen
102' Nigeria — substitution: Kelechi Iheanacho / Ademola Lookman
102' Nigeria — substitution: Joe Aribo / Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka
101' Frank Ogochukwu Onyeka - Nigeria receive a yellow card
90' Penalty scored! Teboho Mokoena - South Africa
86' VAR review - Nigeria
75' South Africa — substitution: Zakhele Lerato Lepasa / Themba Zwane
75' South Africa — substitution: Mihlali Mayambela / Siyanda Xulu
67' Penalty scored! William Troost-Ekong - Nigeria
63' Nigeria — substitution: Alhassan Yusuf / Alex Iwobi
63' Nigeria — substitution: Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze / Moses Simon

How We Build the Nigeria vs South Africa Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nigeria vs South Africa on 07 February 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Nigeria vs South Africa Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nigeria's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against South Africa's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Nigeria and South Africa sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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