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Lesotho Nigeria betting prediction
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|  Nigeria |
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The most likely scenario for this match is that Nigeria will win at half-time. Despite Lesotho playing in front of their home crowd, the difference in quality between the two teams is evident. Nigeria have a technically superior squad and should take control of the match from the opening minutes. Lesotho have lost four of their last five games in this qualifying round. Nigeria are therefore expected to impose their dominance and go into the break ahead on the scoreboard.
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Preview
Lesotho and Nigeria face , in a match for this stage of the WC Qualification Africa (Group Stage). Nigeria registers significant differences between home and away results, so special attention is due to the home/away factor.
Analysis Lesotho
The home team is currently in the 5th position, with 6 points won, after 1 win, 3 draws and 4 losses. In the penultimate round, they have lost a home match against South Africa by (0‑3). In the last round, they have lost an away match against Benin by (4‑0). This is a team that usually maintains its competitive levels in home and away matches, since in the last 30 matches they register 2 wins, 4 draws and 9 losses in away matches; against 2 wins, 6 draws and 7 losses at their stadium. In the last 7 home matches Lesotho has won 1, tied 2 and lost 4. They haven't been very strong defensively, since they have suffered goals in 6 of the last 8 matches for this competition. This is a team that has had a hard time trying to score first. They have opened up the score in only 2 of the last 8 matches for the WC Qualification Africa, they have reached half‑time in front in 1 of those 2 matches and have held on to the lead in 1. In 8 matches for this competition, they have conceded the first goal 5 times and have never been able to turn the score around.
Lesotho go into this match on the back of a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Benin, their second loss in a row in this qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup. In terms of strategy, the home side should stick to their usual 5-2-3 system, based on a more pacy style of football, with build-up play from the back and a focus on passing the ball around. Katleho Makateng, Sera Motebang and Thabo Maphakisa are the main elements of the attacking trio, who stand out for their mobility and ability to create imbalances in the final third. In the centre of the field, the baton belongs to Tshwarelo Bereng, who acts as a link between sectors and is mainly responsible for energising the attacking process. Jane Thabantso is out due to punishment.
Lesotho go into this match on the back of a 4-0 defeat at the hands of Benin, their second loss in a row in this qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup. In terms of strategy, the home side should stick to their usual 5-2-3 system, based on a more pacy style of football, with build-up play from the back and a focus on passing the ball around. Katleho Makateng, Sera Motebang and Thabo Maphakisa are the main elements of the attacking trio, who stand out for their mobility and ability to create imbalances in the final third. In the centre of the field, the baton belongs to Tshwarelo Bereng, who acts as a link between sectors and is mainly responsible for energising the attacking process. Jane Thabantso is out due to punishment.
Confirmed Lineup: Sekhoane Moerane , T. Makhele, Fusi Matlabe, Motlomelo Mkwanazi, Rethabile Mokokoane, Thabang Malane, Tsepo Toloane, Lehlohonolo Matsau, Sera Motebang.
Coach: V. Jelusic.
Analysis Nigeria
The away team is currently in the 3rd position, with 10 points won, after 2 wins, 5 draws and 1 loss. In the penultimate round, they have won a home match against Rwanda by (1‑0). In the last round, they have tied an away match against South Africa by (1‑1). This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 6 draws and 5 losses in away matches, with 12 goals scored and 17 conceded; against 8 wins, 5 draws and 2 losses at their stadium, with 25 goals scored and 10 conceded. In the last 4 WC Qualification Africa away matches Nigeria has a record of 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 6 of the last 8 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored at least one goal in each of the last 8 matches for this competition. In 8 matches for this competition, they have conceded the first goal 4 times and have never been able to turn the score around.
Nigeria go into this match on the back of a one-goal win over South Africa, making it the third time in a row that they have not lost in this qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup: the team's only goal was scored by Cyriel Dessers. In tactical terms, the Nigerian team will stick to their usual 4-3-3 formation, looking to balance the midfield with quick attacks. Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman and Cyriel Dessers are the most advanced men, standing out for their ability to exploit the backs of the opposition defence. The team often exploits the wings, with particular emphasis on the left side, where Calvin Bassey has been a key player, offering depth and the ability to get off balance. All the players are available for this match.
Nigeria go into this match on the back of a one-goal win over South Africa, making it the third time in a row that they have not lost in this qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup: the team's only goal was scored by Cyriel Dessers. In tactical terms, the Nigerian team will stick to their usual 4-3-3 formation, looking to balance the midfield with quick attacks. Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman and Cyriel Dessers are the most advanced men, standing out for their ability to exploit the backs of the opposition defence. The team often exploits the wings, with particular emphasis on the left side, where Calvin Bassey has been a key player, offering depth and the ability to get off balance. All the players are available for this match.
Confirmed Lineup: S. Nwabali, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi, William Troost-Ekong , Benjamin Fredrick, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman , Tolu Arokodare, Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon.
Coach: B. Labbadia.
Frequently asked questions
👉 Which is the recommended bet for the Lesotho Nigeria match?
The tip and bet suggestion for the Lesotho vs Nigeria match, on 10 October 2025, of the preview written by the editors of Betting Academy US, goes to: Nigeria wins at half time ⇒ bet available on betfair.
👉 In which stadium will the Lesotho Nigeria be played?
The Lesotho vs Nigeria on 10 October 2025 will be played at Stocksbridge, Look Local Stadium.
👉 Which is the most voted bet for this match?
The most voted bet by tipsters at Betting Academy US, for the Lesotho Nigeria match, on the "match odds" market, was a win by Nigeria at with 100% of the tips.
WC Qualification Africa
WC Qualification Africa - 2026
- 96% 259 / 270 Games
- Home team wins 43.24%
- Draws 22.01%
- Away team wins 34.75%
- Over 1.5 67.57%
- Over 2.5 43.63%
- Over 3.5 25.1%
- Goals 645
- Goals /match 2.49
- Goals /match home 1.36
- Goals /match away 1.13
- Both teams score 36.68%
- Goals after 80' 13.02%
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