South Africa end Nigeria’s World Cup dreams, join Ghana in international playoff

The defeat ends Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Women’s World Cup as South Africa join Ghana for international playoffs.

South Africa have ended Nigeria’s World Cup hopes with a 2-1 victory, joining Ghana in the international playoffs for a place at the 2027 Women’s World Cup.

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana defeated Nigeria’s Super Falcons 2-1 on Thursday to advance in the 2027 Women’s World Cup inter-confederation play-in and keep their hopes of reaching the finals in Brazil alive.