BAFANA BAFANA SOAR TO THE TOP: DECISIVE 3-0 WIN OVER LESOTHO SEES THEM CLOSER TO WORLD CUP GLORY

Mpho Dube
Sep 8
2 min read

Mohau Nkota broke the deadlock in the 15th minute, giving his team a 1-0 lead at halftime after Bafana Bafana walloped Lesotho 3-0.

In a thrilling match at the Free State Stadium on Friday night, Bafana Bafana delivered a resounding 3-0 victory over Lesotho, solidifying their lead at the top of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying group. Coach Hugo Broos' team showed immense determination and skill, overcoming a nervy start to claim a well-deserved win.

The match got off to a shaky start for Bafana Bafana, but they soon found their footing. Mohau Nkota broke the deadlock in the 15th minute, giving his team a 1-0 lead at halftime. The second half saw Lesotho push harder, but Bafana Bafana's defense held strong. Lyle Foster doubled the lead in the 62nd minute, and Oswin Appollis sealed the win with a third goal just four minutes later.

Despite the victory, coach Hugo Broos expressed concern over injuries to two key players: Nyiko Mobbie, who was substituted just five minutes into the game, and Thabo Moloisane, who exited in the 52nd minute. "For us, it is a pity that we have these injuries again," Broos said, adding that the team would need to call up another player to replace Mobbie.

The win maintains Bafana Bafana's five-point lead in Group C, with Benin moving to second place after beating Zimbabwe 1-0 on the same day. With this momentum, Bafana Bafana is one step closer to achieving their goal of qualifying for the World Cup.

The victory over Lesotho is a significant step towards realizing Bafana Bafana's World Cup dreams. With their sights set on the ultimate prize, the team will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. The nation holds its breath as Bafana Bafana takes on the challenge of qualifying for the World Cup.