Nigeria vs Lesotho: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 November

Nigeria

W D W W W

2nd place in Group C

1-1

16/11/2023 15:59

Lesotho

L L D L W

4th place in Group C

FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF)

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nigeria vs Lesotho on 16 November 2023 (kick-off: 15:59) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nigeria vs Lesotho preview before placing your bet.

Nigeria are currently 2nd with 17 points after 10 matches.
Lesotho sit 4th with 12 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Nigeria to win with probability 80%.
Head-to-head history favors Nigeria, who have won 3 of the last 3 meetings. Lesotho have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

15:59

2023-11-16

Nigeria vs Lesotho - Prediction & Odds

Nigeria

Lesotho

2023-11-16 15:59

STANDINGS UP TO 16/11/2023

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 South Africa	18	10	5	3	2	15	9	6
02 Nigeria	17	10	4	5	1	15	8	7
03 Benin	17	10	5	2	3	12	11	1
04 Lesotho	12	10	3	3	4	9	12	-3
05 Rwanda	11	10	3	2	5	5	9	-4
06 Zimbabwe	5	10	0	5	5	5	12	-7

Head To Head

30/03/2021 15:59

Nigeria

3 - 0

Lesotho

CAF NC

17/11/2019 15:59

Lesotho

2 - 4

Nigeria

CAF NC

08/09/2007 14:00

Nigeria

2 - 0

Lesotho

CAF NC

Nigeria

100%

Draw

Lesotho

Nigeria Last 6 matches

16/10/2023 15:00

Mozambique 2 - 3 Nigeria INT FRL

13/10/2023 15:59

Saudi Arabia 2 - 2 Nigeria INT FRL

10/09/2023 15:59

Nigeria 6 - 0 Sao Tome Principe CAF NC

18/06/2023 15:59

Sierra Leone 2 - 3 Nigeria CAF NC

27/03/2023 15:59

Guinea Bissau 0 - 1 Nigeria CAF NC

24/03/2023 15:59

Nigeria 0 - 1 Guinea Bissau CAF NC

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Lesotho

09/09/2023 15:59

Ivory Coast 1 - 0 Lesotho CAF NC

16/07/2023 15:59

Lesotho 0 - 1 Zambia SACC

14/07/2023 13:00

Malawi 1 - 1 Lesotho SACC

12/07/2023 13:00

Angola 4 - 2 Lesotho SACC

10/07/2023 15:59

Mozambique 0 - 1 Lesotho SACC

07/07/2023 13:00

Mauritius 0 - 2 Lesotho SACC

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Nigeria

Lesotho

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.54

Scored

Avg. per game

0.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 90 matches

YesNo

43 (48%)47 (52%)

In last 90 matches

NoYes

21 (31%)47 (69%)

Nigeria

Recent matches

Lesotho

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(29%)13 32(71%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Nigeria

Lesotho

Shots

Nigeria

Total shots

10.54 avg / game

Blocked

81 total

Avg. 3.00

Lesotho

Total shots

7.56 avg / game

Blocked

13 total

Avg. 1.63

Nigeria Pass Lesotho

Total passes

14837

Avg. 412 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

3661

Avg. 282 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

44%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Nigeria

Played games

Lesotho

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.28

4.39

395

Corners

153

2.25

7.12

641

Throw-ins

252

3.71

1.17

105

Offsides

0.72

1.02

GK saves

1.06

Nigeria

DISCIPLINARY

Lesotho

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

113

106

1.56

0.02

0.07

8.80

792

Fouls

287

4.22

4.46

401

Tackles

157

2.31

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How We Build the Nigeria vs Lesotho Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nigeria vs Lesotho on 16 November 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Nigeria vs Lesotho Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nigeria's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lesotho's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) standings and the FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) form table to understand exactly where Nigeria and Lesotho sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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