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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles land in South Africa for Lesotho clash

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2026 WCQ: Super Eagles land in South Africa for Lesotho clash
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria have reportedly arrived in Polokwane, South Africa, ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Lesotho on Friday.

Head coach Eric Chelle and his technical staff settled in on Monday, as players began arriving from their respective clubs across Europe and Asia via Johannesburg.

Training will commence on Tuesday morning at the nearby New Peter Mokaba Stadium, the venue for Friday’s decisive Group C clash.

Read Also: 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Iwobi headline Super Eagles squad for Lesotho, Benin Republic showdowns

Nigeria will face Lesotho in Matchday 9 of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.

Chelle has announced a 23-man squad for the double-header against Lesotho and Benin Republic, featuring star striker Victor Osimhen, winger Ademola Lookman, and 21 others.

The Super Eagles currently sit third in Group C with 11 points, trailing group leaders Benin Republic and South Africa by three points.

A victory in Polokwane is crucial to reigniting their qualification hopes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Anthony Nlebem

Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.

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