Ikpeba also noted that Nigeria needed a penalty shootout to beat South Africa during their semi-final clash at the 2023 AFCON
By Kehinde Okeowo
Pundit and former Nigerian winger, Victor Ikpeba has warned the Super Eagles against complacency ahead of their game against South Africa
The Super Eagles will take on the Bafana Bafana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier billed for Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, Akwa Ibom on Friday, June 7.
Speaking about the encounter, Ikpeba noted that Nigeria needed a penalty shootout to beat the South Africans during their last meeting in the semi-final at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The former African Player of the Year urged the Nigerian team to step up their game if they want to secure maximum points against Hugo Broos’ men.
“South Africa will be stubborn as we saw at the last AFCON,” Ikpeba was quoted by SCORENigeria.
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He added: “They have a lot going for them and are no longer intimidated by Nigeria.
“The Super Eagles have to therefore step up to beat them in Uyo.
“It won’t be an easy match, but Nigeria have the players to win.
“This is a game of their lives and Finidi (George) has to get them to win this match.
“We have to support the team to get the job done.”
