Nigeria’s Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has emphasized the importance of securing victories in their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin Republic. The team is set to face Lesotho on Friday and the Benin Republic on Tuesday.
Moffi’s comments come as the Super Eagles currently trail South Africa and the Benin Republic by three points in Group C standings. Despite this, the OGC Nice striker expressed confidence in Nigeria’s ability to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. In an interview with the Super Eagles media team, Moffi stated, “We are really confident about qualifying for the World Cup. We have to do our part and wait for the result of the other teams. So, we are really confident things will go our way.”
The Super Eagles’ upcoming matches are crucial in determining their position in the group standings. Moffi has urged the team to focus on their own performances against Lesotho and the Benin Republic, rather than worrying about the outcomes of other teams in the group. By doing so, Nigeria can ensure they have done everything in their power to advance in the qualifying process.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers have seen intense competition among teams in Group C, with South Africa and the Benin Republic currently leading the pack. Nigeria’s matches against Lesotho and the Benin Republic will be closely watched, as the team seeks to close the gap and improve their chances of qualifying for the tournament.
As the Super Eagles prepare to take on Lesotho and the Benin Republic, Moffi’s confidence in the team’s ability to qualify for the 2026 World Cup is a positive sign. The team’s performance in these upcoming matches will be critical in determining their fate in the qualifying process. With the stakes high, the Super Eagles will be looking to deliver strong performances and secure vital wins in their pursuit of a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
