Nigeria secured a crucial three points to keep their World Cup qualification dreams alive as they beat Lesotho 2-1 in Polokwane. A goalless first half highlighted many of the Super Eagles’ weaknesses as they struggled for creativity and cutting edge despite the return of Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to the squad, but the breakthrough came shortly after half-time. Motlomelo Mkwanazi’s handball gifted Nigeria a penalty, which captain William Troost-Ekong drilled home to establish an early lead.
