Lesotho and Nigeria are locked in a tense World Cup qualifying match, with Nigeria holding a narrow 1-0 lead as the clock ticks down in Maseru. The Super Eagles are striving to secure vital points in their quest for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Lesotho are mounting a determined effort to find an equalizer.The match, played on October 10, 2025, has seen Nigeria take the lead, but lesotho have demonstrated resilience, particularly in the latter stages of the game. As of the 75th minute, Nigeria are under increasing pressure to defend their advantage, while Lesotho continue to push for a goal that would level the score. A free kick for Lesotho in the 69th minute, delivered into the penalty area, narrowly missed the target with a header from Thabo Makhele.Earlier, a stoppage in play occured in the 66th minute when Fusi matlabe received treatment for a knock but was able to continue.
Updates from the match indicate a closely contested affair. At 18:36 local time,Mike Jones reported that 15 minutes of play remained,with Nigeria forced into a defensive posture. Earlier updates at 18:33, 18:27, and 18:24, also from Mike Jones, detailed the flow of play and key moments in the second half. The outcome of this qualifier will substantially impact both teams’ chances of progressing towards the World Cup finals.
