Nigeria find themselves trailing in Group C of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with South Africa seizing the top spot after a decisive victory against Benin Republic.

Bafana Bafana secured a 2-1 win, creating a two-point lead over the Super Eagles, who share the second position with three other nations.

Having drawn their initial game against the Crocodiles of Lesotho, the Super Eagles must now secure a victory against Zimbabwe on Sunday to reignite their campaign.

The race for group supremacy intensifies, with the group winner earning a coveted spot in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana both missed last tournament in Qatar.