Head Coach of Lesotho, Leslie Notsi, says he is optimistic his team can secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the presence of some of Africa’s big boys in their group.
The Crocodiles are looking to make their first-ever appearance at the World Cup.
Lesotho currently occupies fourth position in Group C with five points from four games.
Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin Republic are joint leaders in the group with seven points from same number of matches.
Three-time African champions Super Eagles of Nigeria are in fifth position with three points.
Despite the quality of opposition in the group, Notsi is confident they can secure a place at the 2026 World Cup finals.
“We’re in a group with giants like Nigeria and South Africa, but we’ve shown we can hold our own,” Notsi told FIFA.com
“We’ve secured results against teams with far greater resources, including a 1-1 draw in Nigeria and a solid win over Zimbabwe.”
Lesotho will face South Africa and Rwanda when the World Cup qualifiers resume in March 2025.
(Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe)
