The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated the national team of Lesotho 2–1 on Friday in Polokwane, South Africa in the second leg of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between the two countries.
The victory, which placed Nigeria third in Group C with 14 points, has renewed the hope of qualification for the Super Eagles for the World Cup.
According to local media reports on Saturday, the Benin Republic, which secured a 1–0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali, remain top of the group with 17 points, while South Africa is placed second with 15 points after it was held to a goalless draw by Zimbabwe in Durban.
Nigeria will host Benin Republic in Uyo on Tuesday in a decisive final group match, while South Africa will face Rwanda on the same day.
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