Super Eagles of Nigeria's qualification hopes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup became more complicated on Friday after South Africa cruised past Lesotho, while Benin edged Zimbabwe,
South Africa extended their lead at the top of the group with a 3-0 win over Lesotho at the Free State, South Africa, while Benin secured all three points when they played host to Zimbabwe.
Both results have had a ripple effect on Group C standings, which has left the Super Eagles with no margin for error in their remaining games.