The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the dates for the Super Eagles' crucial FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against South Africa and Rwanda in September.

The three-time African champions will host Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, on Saturday, September 6, before traveling away to face Bafana Bafana of South Africa three days later.

The crucial fixture against Hugo Broos' side will take place at the 46,000-capacity Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein.

Eric Chelle's side faces a daunting prospect to salvage their World Cup campaign after managing just seven points from six matches in the qualifiers.

The Super Eagles cannot afford to drop further points if they are to avoid missing out on two consecutive FIFA World Cup tournaments.

South Africa currently sit at the top of Group C with 13 points—six points more than Nigeria, who are in fourth place.

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