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The Digest:

The Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2-1 with goals from William Troost-Ekong and Akor Adams, securing vital points, though their qualification fate still depends on other results in the final group match.

Key Points:
  • The Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2-1 in a crucial World Cup qualifier.
  • William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from a first-half penalty.
  • Akor Adams doubled the lead with a clinical second-half finish.
  • Lesotho pulled a goal back through Kalake but could not find an equalizer.
  • Nigeria remains second in Group C, trailing the Benin Republic on goal difference.
  • The Eagles' final match is now a must-win to have any chance of qualification.
  • Their fate also depends on the results of the Benin Republic and South Africa.
This win provides a crucial lifeline, but the path to the World Cup remains a narrow one, hanging on a final-day showdown and favorable outcomes elsewhere.

Sources: The PUNCH