Super Eagles chase vital win in Polokwane
Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes face a defining test this evening as the Super Eagles take on the Crocodiles of Lesotho at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa.
Lesotho held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo, on 16 November 2023, and will be looking to cause another upset in Polokwane.
With only two games left in the qualifying series, Nigeria must secure all three points and hope results elsewhere go their way to stay alive in Group C.
With 11 points from eight matches, the Super Eagles sit three points behind leaders Benin Republic and second-placed South Africa, making tonight’s clash a must-win encounter.
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Star forward Victor Osimhen returns to lead the attack alongside Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon, as Coach Eric Chelle’s men look to reignite their campaign. Nigeria will, however, be without injured regulars Ola Aina, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Cyriel Dessers.
Stay with PREMIUM TIMES for LIVE UPDATES as the Super Eagles fight to keep their World Cup dreams alive under the Polokwane lights.
Kick-off: 5:00 p.m. Nigeria time.