Flying Eagles aim for early semi-final spot after strong start
Nigeria’s U-20 team, the Flying Eagles, are targeting an early qualification for the semi-finals of the WAFU B U-20 Championship in Yamoussoukro. After a 4-2 victory over Ghana, the team leads Group B on goal difference. Their next challenge is against Togo’s Sparrow Hawks in the group phase. Coach Abdu Maikaba is focused on securing a win to boost their chances of advancing.
Match highlights
- The Flying Eagles defeated Ghana 4-2, with Muiz Adeleke scoring twice from the penalty spot.
- Olayemi Ayinla and Lucky Oraro also scored for Nigeria, while Ghana’s Kelvin Nkrumah and Mohammed Zaidan found the net for their side.
- Nigeria faces Togo in their second group match, aiming to secure a semi-final spot before facing Burkina Faso’s Young Stallions.
- A win against Togo would give the Flying Eagles six points and strengthen their position in Group B.
- The team is determined to qualify for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations to be hosted by Ghana.
