An old rivalry exists between the two nations, with Nigeria often claiming that the South Africans would never have won the 1996 African Cup of Nations had their country been involved.
Now, nearly two decades down the line, the two countries are hoping to put the matter to bed with a friendly legends game on March 30.
Nigerian legends such as Jay Jay Okocha, Sunday Oliseh, Nkwankwo Kanu, Stephen Keshi, Daniel Amokachi and Emmanuel Amunike are expected to turn out for the Super Eagles, while Doctor Khumalo, John Moeti, Eric Tinkler and Linda Buthelezi are planned to make the Bafana team.
Meanwhile, younger players like Benni McCarthy, Quinton Fortune, Aaron Mokoena and MacBeth Sibaya are also earmarked to take part.
South Africa’s full squad for the game will be announced on Thursday.
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