South Africa's head coach, Hugo Broos, is optimistic about his side's chances of securing the 2026 World Cup ticket ahead of Nigeria and other contenders in Group C, Soccernet.ng reports .
The Bafana Bafana currently sit second in Group C with seven points, trailing leaders Rwanda only on goal difference.
Meanwhile, Nigerias Super Eagles sit in a disappointing fifth place with three points, four behind South Africa, with six games left in the qualifying series.
Broos, whose side topped Group K in the Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers for Morocco 2025, believes South Africa's recent form gives them the edge.
South Africas Bafana have not lost a match since their semifinal exit against Nigeria at the Cote d'Ivoire 2023 AFCON.
