The speedy star will deputise as the skipper of the side in the absence of Vincent Enyeama, who has been ruled out of the match as a result of back problem.
Warri Wolves goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi who impressed in training pipped Kano Pillars goal minder Theophilus Afelokhai to the number one spot.
The former Heartland goalie will be seeking to keep a clean sheet against Bafana Bafana.
Germany-based Leon Balogun, Middlesbrough's Kenneth Omeruo, Chima Akas and Nelson Ogbonnaya complete the back four.
SS Lazio ace Ogenyi Onazi, Reading's Hope Akpan and exciting youngster Kingsley Sokari will play in midfield while Gent's Moses Simon, Ahmed Musa and Aaron Samuel play upfront.
The match will get underway by 2:30pm Nigerian Time.
Super Eagles Starters: Daniel Akpeyi, Leon Balogun, Kenneth Omeruo, Nelson Ogbonnaya, Chima Akas, Hope Akpan, Ogenyi Onazi, Kingsley Sokari, Moses Simon, Aaron Samuel, Ahmed Musa (c)
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