LunagisthubNigeria’s Super Eagles Intensify Preparations for Crucial World Cup Qualifier Against Lesotho
The Super Eagles have arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, to prepare for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho. Star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman are among the 17 players who have joined camp, alongside other key players such as William Troost-Ekong, Wilfred Ndidi, and Alex Iwobi.
Nigeria currently sits third in Group C of the CAF World Cup qualifying series with 11 points from eight matches. To keep their qualification hopes alive, the Super Eagles must win their remaining two fixtures and hope for favorable results from South Africa and Benin Republic.
The team faces significant challenges in their quest for World Cup qualification. They need to overcome the following hurdles .
Nigeria must win their remaining games against Lesotho and Benin Republic.
They need South Africa and Benin Republic to drop points or lose matches to improve their chances.
Squad Updates
The Super Eagles squad includes experienced players like:
Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali, Adebayo Adeleye, and Amas Obasogie
Defenders:William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi, and Semi Ajayi
Midfielders:Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, and Alex Iwobi
Forwards: Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, and Moses Simon
The team’s match against Lesotho is expected to be a decisive encounter, and the players are determined to secure a win and keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive .
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