Lesotho nearly brought about a significant upset in African soccer on Thursday after they shot forward of their FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier in opposition to Nigeria, in Uyo.

Whereas Lesotho are little identified for his or her footballing prowess, Leslie Notsi’s facet confirmed character whereas the Nigerian staff struggled regardless of their expertise and high quality.

Only a few would have anticipated a 1-1 end result on the finish of 90 minutes in Uyo, however nothing is past the creativeness nowadays in African soccer.

Nonetheless, it goes with out saying that a few of the leaders within the Tremendous Eagles didn’t step up and now the strain is on to get a end result on Sunday in opposition to Zimbabwe on the highway.

However till then right here’s the Tremendous Eagles Gamers rated:

Francis Uzoho – 5
Oluwasemilogo Ajayi – 7.5
Calvin Bassey – 5
Vivid Osayi-Samuel – 6
Jamilu Collins – 6
Frank Onyeka – 6
Alex Iwobi – 6.5
Kelechi Iheanacho – 7
Taiwo Awoniyi – 5
Victor Boniface – 6
Ademola Lookman – 5

Substitutes:

Terem Moffi – 5.5
Moses Simon – 6
Joe Aribo – 5
Bruno Onyemeachi – 5
Olaoluwa Aina – 5

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