The Super Eagles of Nigeria are still in contention to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing a narrow win over Lesotho.
Eric Chelle’s men survived a late drama in added time to grab maximum points against the “host” in Polokwane.
William Troost-Ekong penalty and Akor Adams debut goal gave Eric Chelle’s men maximum points to stay in contention of qualifying for the World Cup.
After a disappointing first half display, Troost-Ekong scored from the penalty spot 10 minutes into the second half.
Substitute, Akor Adams scored on his debut for the Super Eagles off an assist from Victor Osimhen to double the lead.
A goalkeeping error from Stanley Nwabali gifted Lesotho a life line after the Chippa United goalkeeper failed to clear the ball from a corner kick.
Nwabali almost gifted the Crocodiles a late equalizer from almost the same situation in added time of regulation time.
The match ended 2-1 as the Super Eagles secured a narrow win over the Crocodiles.
Meanwhile, South Africa failed to secure a win over Zimbabwe as the Brave Warriors held the Bafana Bafana to a goalless draw in Durban.
The result further gives the Super Eagles hope of snatching the World Cup ticket if they win against Benin Republic and South Africa drop points against Rwanda in Mbombela on Tuesday.
