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KICK-OFF! Lesotho 0-0 Nigeria
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria face Lesotho in a must-win clash as the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup near a dramatic finish.
Nigeria currently sit third in Group C, trailing leaders Benin Republic and second-placed South Africa by three points.
Both sides are separated only by goal difference. With only the nine group winners guaranteed automatic qualification for next summer’s World Cup, and four best runners-up heading to the play-offs, every point now counts.
The group was thrown wide open after FIFA docked South Africa three points for fielding a suspended player against Lesotho in March, reigniting Nigeria’s hopes of securing a World Cup berth after missing out on Qatar 2022.
Striker Victor Osimhen returns to lead the line for the Super Eagles after missing last month’s draw against South Africa due to injury. Nigeria must secure victory in Polokwane to keep their qualification dreams alive
Confirmed Line-ups
Nigeria XI: Nwabali, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi, Osayi-Samuel, Iwobi, Ndidi, Boniface, Lookman, Aina, Osimhen.
Lesotho XI: Mkhwanazi, Toloane, Rapuleng, Motebang, Ts’otleho, Matlabe, Moerane, Malane, Matsua, Makhele, Mokokoane.
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