Looking for details on the Super Eagles’ upcoming game, including their opponent and kick-off time? Here’s everything you need to know.
Who Will Nigeria Face Next?
Nigeria’s next opponent is Lesotho, with the match set to take place at the Free State Stadium, Bloemfontein.
The fixture is part of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a campaign that has been challenging for the three-time AFCON champions.
Nigeria’s Road to Qualification
The Super Eagles are currently third in their qualifying group with 10 points from 7 matches.
South Africa lead with 16 points.
Benin are second on 11 points.
Rwanda trail Nigeria with 8 points.
Lesotho sit second-to-bottom with 6 points.
Zimbabwe are bottom with 4 points.
Nigeria’s qualification hopes suffered setbacks with draws against Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Lesotho, as well as a defeat to Benin. A recent win over Rwanda provided some relief, but the 1-1 draw against South Africa has left their World Cup fate hanging in the balance.
When is Nigeria’s Next Match?
The clash between Nigeria and Lesotho is scheduled for October 10, 2025.
Only the group winner will secure an automatic spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The second-placed team will head into a playoff for another chance at qualification.
Nigeria FIFA World Cup Qualifying Fixtures & Results
Lesotho 1–1 Nigeria
Zimbabwe 1–1 Nigeria
Nigeria 1–1 South Africa
Benin 2–1 Nigeria
Rwanda 0–2 Nigeria
Nigeria 1–1 Zimbabwe
Nigeria 1–1 South Africa
Upcoming: Lesotho vs Nigeria – October 10, 2025
