Benin vs Lesotho World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Date, Time, Channels, and Live Stream
Match Date and Kick-Off Time: Benin vs Lesotho
The Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, will host a crucial clash tonight, Tuesday, as Benin faces Lesotho in the eighth round of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Benin enters the match aiming to continue their strong form after a narrow 1-0 victory over Zimbabwe in their previous fixture.
On the other hand, Lesotho faces high pressure after slipping down the group standings, though they still hold a slim chance of advancing. Their hopes suffered another setback following a heavy 3-0 defeat against South Africa in the last round.
Current Standings in Group C
South Africa leads Group C with 16 points, followed by Benin with 11 points and Nigeria with 10 points. Rwanda sits in fourth place with 8 points, while Lesotho has 6 points, and Zimbabwe occupies the bottom spot with 4 points.
Benin vs Lesotho: Date and Time
The highly anticipated Group C match is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, with kick-off set at 19:00 GMT.
Where to Watch Benin vs Lesotho Live
Fans can watch Benin vs Lesotho on SRTB, SSC EXTRA HD, or stream live via the FIFA+ platform
Head-to-Head History: Benin vs Lesotho
Historically, Benin and Lesotho have faced each other in three official matches. Benin secured a 1-0 win on November 14, 2020, followed by two 0-0 draws on November 17, 2020, and November 21, 2023. The upcoming clash on September 9, 2025, marks their next meeting in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The Benin vs Lesotho encounter promises an exciting showdown as both teams aim to climb the Group C rankings. Fans can look forward to a competitive match that could significantly influence the race to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.