Lesotho vs Nigeria Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The previous confrontation between these sides ended in a 1-1 draw.

The Lesotho national football team is all set to battle it out against the Nigeria national football team in what is going to be their round 9 fixture of the FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. This is going to be an intense contest, which is scheduled to take place at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.

The Likuena must come with a top performance here as they require a win. The upcoming fixture is not going to be an easy outing for them. The Lesotho national football team have only been able to secure two wins after being a part of eight World Cup qualifying games.

The Super Eagles are also desperate for a win here. They have also been able to win just two matches, but have lost only one. Five of their other FIFA World Cup qualifiers ended in a draw. Nigerian national football team have quality players as compared to their upcoming opponents and this can be an advantage for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Polokwane, South Africa
• Stadium: Peter Mokaba Stadium
• Date: Friday, October 10
• Kick-off Time: 09:30 p.m. IST/ 04:00 p.m. GMT/ 12:00 p.m. ET/ 09:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: Alhadi Allaou Mahamat
• VAR: In use

Form:

Lesotho: L-W-D-L-L

Nigeria: L-L-W-W-D

Players to Watch

Jane Thabantso (Lesotho)

The 29-year-old will be looking to step up and drop a top performance so that he can help his side stand a chance against Nigeria. Jane Thabantso can regulate the ball well in the midfield and is also a responsible player in the final third. He will be looking to engrave his name on the scoresheet.

Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)

Victor Osimhen is going to lead the line for Nigerian national football team once again. He has scored three goals in three WC qualifying games. The Galatasaray forward is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence due to his tendency to find spaces in the final third.

Match Facts

• Lesotho have failed to score a goal in their last two matches.
• The Likuena are winless in their last three matches.
• Nigeria are unbeaten in their last three fixtures.

Lesotho vs Nigeria: Betting Tips and Odds

• Nigeria to win
• Victor Osimhen to score
• Goals over 3.5

Injury and Team News

Lesotho are ready with all their players fit to be in action.

Cyriel Dessers might not be in action for Nigeria due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 5

Lesotho won: 0

Nigeria won: 4

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Lesotho predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Moerane (GK); Malane, Mkhwanazi, Makhele, Matlabe; Matsau, Thabantso; Toloane, Snyder, Tsotleho; Motebang

Nigeria predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Nwabali (GK); Osayi-Samuel, Fredrick, Troost-Ekong, Bassey; Ndidi, Onyeka; Lookman, Iwobi, Simon; Osimhen

Match Prediction

The Likuena will be under pressure due to their current run of form. The Nigeria national football team are likely to secure a win against Lesotho in their upcoming World Cup qualifier.

Prediction: Lesotho 1-3 Nigeria

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

UK: TNT Sports

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