Nigeria vs. South Africa: AFCON Semi-Final – Confirmed Line-up, Formation

The stakes are higher than ever as Nigeria and South Africa prepare to clash in the semi-final of the 2023 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire.

With a spot in the final on the line, both teams are gearing up for a monumental showdown on the pitch.

Let’s explore the confirmed line-ups and key players as these football powerhouses vie for glory in this prestigious tournament.

Nigeria’s Confirmed Line-up (4-3-3):

1. Goalkeeper (23): Stanley Nwabali
2. Defenders: Ola Aina (2), William Troost-Ekong (5), Semi Ajayi (6), Calvin Bassey (21)
3. Midfielders: Bright Osayi-Samuel (12), Frank Onyeka (8), Alex Iwobi (17)
4. Forwards: Moses Simon (15), Victor Osimhen (9), Ademola Lookman (18)

Substitute Players for Nigeria:

1. Chidozie Awaziem (20)
2. Zakhele Lepasa (17)
3. Kenneth Omeruo (22)
4. Mihlali Mayambela (21)
5. Alhassan Yusuf (4)
6. Thabang Monare (15)
7. Joe Aribo (10)
8. Jayden Adams (8)
9. Samuel Chukwueze (11)
10. Oswin Appollis (7)
11. S. Onyemaechi (13)
12. Thapelo Morena (23)
13. Francis Uzoho (1)
14. Nkosinathi Sibisi (19)
15. Terem Moffi (24)
16. Terrence Mashego (3)
17. Paul Onuachu (19)
18. Nyiko Mobbie (2)
19. Kelechi Iheanacho (14)
20. Ricardo Goss (22)
21. Ahmed Musa (7)
22. Veli Mothwa (16)
23. Raphael Onyedika (25)

South Africa’s Confirmed Line-up (4-3-3):

1. Goalkeeper (1): Ronwen Williams
2. Defenders: Sphephelo Sithole (13), Siyanda Xulu (5), Teboho Mokoena (4), Aubrey Modiba (6)
3. Midfielders: Mothobi Mvala (14), Grant Kekana (18), Khuliso Johnson Mudau (20)
4. Forwards: Percy Tau (10), Evidence Makgopa (9), Themba Zwane (11)

Substitute Players for South Africa:

1. Chidozie Awaziem (20)
2. Zakhele Lepasa (17)
3. Kenneth Omeruo (22)
4. Mihlali Mayambela (21)
5. Alhassan Yusuf (4)
6. Thabang Monare (15)
7. Joe Aribo (10)
8. Jayden Adams (8)
9. Samuel Chukwueze (11)
10. Oswin Appollis (7)
11. S. Onyemaechi (13)
12. Thapelo Morena (23)
13. Francis Uzoho (1)
14. Nkosinathi Sibisi (19)
15. Terem Moffi (24)
16. Terrence Mashego (3)
17. Paul Onuachu (19)
18. Nyiko Mobbie (2)
19. Kelechi Iheanacho (14)
20. Ricardo Goss (22)
21. Ahmed Musa (7)
22. Veli Mothwa (16)
23. Raphael Onyedika (25)

Coaches:

• Nigeria: Jose Peseiro
• South Africa: Hugo Broos