Super Eagles predicted XI vs South Africa: Zaidu Sanusi out – How will Nigeria line up against Bafana Bafana?

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on The Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the semi-final of the AFCON 2023 tournament in Ivory Coast.

Following a 1-0 win over Angola in the quarter-final of the AFCON 2023 tournament, the Super Eagles are gearing up to face Hugo Broos’s South Africa this evening, Soccernet.ng reports.

Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, made all the difference for Jose Peseiro’s side as his first half strike was enough to take the Nigerian football team further in their quest for glory.

In anticipation of the thrilling encounter, Portuguese tactician, Jose Peseiro might be forced into a change with his newly preferred 3-4-3 formation, especially with Zaidu Sanusi’s shoulder injury which will keep him out of the game.

How might Peseiro structure his starting lineup?

Peseiro has shown confidence in Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali and the 27-year-old will most likely retain his spot in the lineup.

The Portuguese tactician has trusted the defensive trio of Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, and William Troost-Ekong. With all three fully fit, there’s little to no doubt that they’d be starting this evening.

In the midfield, Alex Iwobi and Frank Onyeka are anticipated to hold their positions, and in attack,  Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen are most likely to start.

Here’s the predicted lineup:

Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
Defenders: Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina.
Midfielders: Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka.
Forwards: Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen.