South Africa (W)

South Africa (W) defeated Nigeria (W) 2–1 in the Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Full highlights, player ratings and match statistics are available below.

Match Report — South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W)

This Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In 2026 match between South Africa (W) and Nigeria (W) has now concluded. The full-time score of 2–1 reflects the performance of both sides across 90 minutes of competitive Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In football. LCores tracked every goal, substitution, yellow card and red card in real time throughout this fixture. Use the Statistics tab above to review possession, shots on target, corners and fouls from this match. The Lineups tab shows both confirmed starting XIs, player ratings and substitutes used by each team.

Highlights — South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W) 2–1

The South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W) highlights video is available in the Highlights tab above. Highlights are typically uploaded within 1–3 hours of the final whistle. The video covers all goals, key chances and decisive moments from this Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In 2026 fixture. LCores provides free match highlights for all Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In games — no subscription needed.

Player Ratings & Performance — South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W)

Individual player ratings for South Africa (W) and Nigeria (W) from this match are available in the Lineups tab. Ratings reflect each player's contribution across the 90 minutes, based on goals, assists, key passes, defensive actions and overall performance data. Top performers from both South Africa (W) and Nigeria (W) are highlighted in the formation view.

Goals & Key Events

Unknown found the net in the 56'' minute. Unknown found the net in the 77'' minute. Unknown found the net in the 90'' minute. Unknown was shown a red card (90'').

There were 8 substitutions across both sides during the match.

How to Watch South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W) Live

Fans around the world can follow South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W) live on LCores for free. In the United Kingdom, the match is expected to be available on Sky Sports or TNT Sports. US viewers can check ESPN+ or Paramount+ for live coverage. In Canada, DAZN and TSN are the primary broadcasters for Africa, Africa Cup of Nations Women - Play-In fixtures. Australian fans should look to Optus Sport or Kayo Sports. Viewers in Saudi Arabia and across the Arab world can watch on beIN Sports, thmanyah or MBC Sport. LCores provides a free live score stream for South Africa (W) vs Nigeria (W) with real-time match events, statistics and lineups — no subscription required.

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