South Sudan vs Nigeria Prediction 28 August 2026

    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    82
    79
    30
    13
    21
    18
    19
    27
    15
    18

    🔈Which players can take on leadership in defense? The names of the best defenders will become known after the showdown between the teams South Sudan and Nigeria, which will take place on 28 August at 12:00 in the "FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers" tournament. After a thorough analysis of the match, we are ready to share our predictions regarding its possible outcome.

    Head-to-Head

    ⚠️Previously, these teams have not faced each other. Predicting without a history of matchups is challenging, but we can draw certain conclusions from the teams' performance this season. The main advantage for South Sudan is playing on their home court, which might make things a bit easier for them compared to Nigeria.

    Head-to-head statistics South Sudan - Nigeria

    100%
    1 Win
    0%
    0 Wins
    28.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    82
    79
    30
    19
    13
    27
    21
    15
    18
    18
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    South Sudan Team Overview

    📊The South Sudan team went through the last ten-game stretch, leaving behind a trail of splendid games and unforgettable moments. 6 wins and 4 losses are the figures that can be seen in this segment in the post-match protocols.

    🏀The athletes demonstrated outstanding offensive qualities, scoring 821 points during this time, and maintaining an average score of 82.1 points per game. This result is not only due to individual skill but also the skillful combination of efforts by the entire team.

    🚧The defense also deserves attention, as with 65.9 points conceded, the team confirmed its reliability and cohesion in defensive actions. Every mistake in defense was thoroughly analyzed to improve the game.

    ❕The successes at the home venue are especially noteworthy, where 78.67 points were scored in the last 10 matches. This speaks to the team's extraordinary ability to interact and dominate when they play at home.

    Match Results: South Sudan

    28.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    82
    79
    30
    19
    13
    27
    21
    15
    18
    18
    W
    27.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Guinea
    Guinea
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    71
    81
    15
    25
    14
    28
    22
    12
    20
    16
    W
    05.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Cameroon
    Cameroon
    74
    78
    20
    24
    18
    20
    15
    12
    21
    22
    L
    04.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Cape Verde
    Cape Verde
    83
    63
    23
    17
    16
    15
    23
    16
    21
    15
    W
    02.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Libya
    Libya
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    57
    95
    7
    22
    11
    20
    18
    27
    21
    26
    W
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    Nigeria Team Overview

    📊Playing away always poses special challenges, but the team Nigeria managed to overcome them with dignity, achieving 7 victories in a stretch of 10 matches. These achievements were made possible not only by the individual skills of the players but also by their ability to work as a single organism.

    🏀The total number of points scored over the same period - 816 points - highlights the efficiency of the team's attack, which does not lose its potential even in the absence of home support.

    🚧The defensive play, with the team averaging 75.4 points conceded, deserves special attention. In away matches, where every detail matters, the club demonstrated high concentration and mutual support.

    Match Results: Nigeria

    28.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    82
    79
    30
    19
    13
    27
    21
    15
    18
    18
    L
    27.08.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    Cameroon
    Cameroon
    62
    78
    14
    23
    18
    18
    16
    19
    14
    18
    L
    05.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Rwanda
    Rwanda
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    62
    106
    14
    25
    15
    24
    15
    31
    18
    26
    W
    03.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    Guinea
    Guinea
    80
    79
    23
    17
    23
    23
    16
    28
    18
    11
    W
    02.07.26
    FIBA AF Qualifier
    Tunisia
    Tunisia
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    81
    84
    21
    23
    23
    20
    19
    21
    18
    20
    W
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    Prediction on the over/under

    Statistics: South Sudan vs Nigeria

    • average total in the tournament: 148.57 vs 154.33;
    • average total points scored: 82.43 vs 79.67;
    • average total points conceded: 66.14 vs 74.67;
    • average total points scored in the 1st half: 43.57 vs 36.83;
    • average total points scored in the 2nd half: 38.86 vs 39.67;
    • South Sudan: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 78.67;
    • Nigeria: average total points scored away in the tournament - 81.67;
    • last 10 matches (average total points scored): 82.1 (home - 78.67) vs 81.6 (away - 80.5).
    Trends
    • Under 159.5 points scored in 8 of last 9 South Sudan games.
    • Under 159.5 points scored in last 5 South Sudan games (FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers).
    👉Prediction: Total points Under (159,5) (odds: 1.83)

    Total points Under (152,5)
    Published: 28/08/2026, 08:25

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    Betting Tips: South Sudan - Nigeria

    South Sudan won the 2nd half:
    south-sudan-34663in 9 of last 10 games.
    2nd Half South Sudan Win
    -196
    South Sudan won the 4th quarter:
    south-sudan-34663in 8 of last 9 home games.
    4th Quarter South Sudan Win
    -149
    Nigeria won the 2nd half:
    nigeria-2in 6 of last 7 away games.
    2nd Half Nigeria Win
    +148
    South Sudan scored over 19.5 points in the 4th quarter:
    south-sudan-34663in 8 of last 9 home games.
    4th Quarter, South Sudan Total points Over (19,5)
    -125
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    South Sudan - Nigeria Table position

    Group stage Group E
    gWLPForm
    1.
    Cameroon
    Cameroon
    87115
    2.
    South Sudan
    South Sudan
    86214
    3.
    Tunisia
    Tunisia
    85313
    4.
    Guinea
    Guinea
    85313
    5.
    Nigeria
    Nigeria
    84412
    6.
    Cape Verde
    Cape Verde
    83511