Osimhen contributed to the score again, and his team won the match.

Osimhen contributed to the score again, and his team won the match.

11.10.2025 10:57

In the 9th week of the World Cup African Qualifiers, Nigeria defeated Lesotho 2-1 away, keeping their World Cup hopes alive for the final match. Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen provided an assist, while Beşiktaş's Wilfred Ndidi completed the match.

In the 9th match week of the World Cup African Qualifiers, Lesotho hosted Nigeria at Peter Mokaba Stadium. The winning side was Nigeria with a score of 2-1.

GOALS FROM TROOST-EKONG AND AKOR ADAMS

Nigeria took the lead in the 55th minute with a penalty goal from William Troost-Ekong. In the 80th minute, Akor Adams doubled the lead, while Lesotho's only goal came from Hlompho Kalake in the 83rd minute.

OSIMHEN AND NDIDI ON THE FIELD FOR 90 MINUTES

Victor Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, and Wilfred Ndidi from Beşiktaş both played for 90 minutes in the match. Osimhen contributed to the victory by assisting Nigeria's second goal.

WORLD CUP HOPES CONTINUE

With this result, Nigeria raised its points to 14, carrying its hopes of qualifying for the World Cup to the last match. Lesotho remained at 9 points. Nigeria will host the group leader Benin in the final group match.

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