Only once since their last Cup of Nations title, which came just over a decade ago, have Nigeria reached the last four – and they have lost five of their last six AFCON semi-finals.
South Africa’s wait stretches back even further, with no title since 1996 and this their first run to the last four since 2000.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Nigeria vs South Africa is scheduled for a 5pm GMT kick-off on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.
The match will take place at Stade de la Paix in Bouake.
Where to watch Nigeria vs South Africa
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on BBC Two, with coverage starting at 4.30pm GMT, as well as Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.
Live stream: Sky subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app while the game will also be shown for free via the BBC Sport and iPlayer portals.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.
What we know
♦ Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen was taken off late on against Angola with an abdominal injury and he did not join the rest of the squad in flying out to Bouake on Monday evening.
A team statement assured that he could yet be released to travel on Tuesday if he passes medical checks.
Hugo Broos has a settled line-up for South Africa, with the defence entirely made up of Mamelodi Sundowns players.
However, after failing to score against Cape Verde he could tinker with the attack.
♦ Both teams have been outstanding defensively throughout the tournament and it feels as though a single goal will prove the difference in this game.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong scored an 89th-minute winner when Nigeria knocked Bafana Bafana out of the 2019 Cup of Nations quarter-finals, which was these two sides’ last meeting.
Nigeria vs South Africa match odds
South Africa to qualify: 7/1
