Nigeria edged Lesotho 2–1 in a World Cup qualifier that reflected the visitors' superior efficiency in front of goal. Lesotho deployed a defensive 5-3-2 shape but generated limited threat, mustering just 0.34 xG despite their compact setup, while Nigeria's 4-3-3 proved more potent with 0.85 xG and converted their chances more clinically. Akor Adams opened the scoring for the Super Eagles, who controlled the match's quality of opportunities despite both sides recording zero shots on target in official records. Lesotho's goalkeeper faced 1.0 post-shot expected goals conceded, indicating Nigeria created genuine danger, and the hosts' solitary goal proved insufficient to salvage a result. The victory keeps Nigeria on course in Group C, extending their grip on qualification as Lesotho's defensive approach failed to yield the point they required.