Flying Eagles player ratings: Oliseh subdued, Bameyi committed, Yakub error-prone, Harcourt reliable
Published: May 15, 2025
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to South Africa in the semi-final of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. Despite enjoying the better share of possession, Nigeria were undone by a 66th-minute goal after a costly mix-up involving substitute goalkeeper Yakub.The startersGoalkeeperEben...
U20 Afcon South Africa 1 Nigeria 0: Flying Eagles miss out on final after goalkeeping blunder
Published: May 15, 2025
South Africa edged Nigeria 1-0 at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismaila to book their place in the final of the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, dashing the Flying Eagles’ hopes of an eighth continental title. Despite dominating much of the contest and creating several chances, Nigeria were undone by a second-half goal stemm...
'We've studied South Africa well' – Flying Eagles coach Zubairu backs team to outplay physical Amajita
Published: May 15, 2025
Nigeria U20 head coach Aliyu Zubairu has expressed strong confidence ahead of his team’s crucial semi-final clash against South Africa in the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Zubairu emphasized that his Flying Eagles have carefully studied their opponents and are ready t...
U20 Afcon: Key Flying Eagles midfielder Oliseh cleared to play against South Africa
Published: May 15, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can exclusively report with certainty that key Flying Eagles midfielder Divine Oliseh has received the medical green light to play in Thursday's U20 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal against South Africa's Amajita at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia.Oliseh’s availability had been in doubt followi...
U20 Afcon: Flying Eagles face key test against Thabang Mahlangu, two other South Africans in semifinal
Published: May 14, 2025
As Nigeria's Flying Eagles gear up for a high-stakes semi-final clash against South Africa at the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, three standout South African players pose a significant threat to the West Africans’ hopes of reaching the final.Thabang Mahlangu is arguably the most dangerous weap...
U20 Afcon: Three tactical tweaks Flying Eagles coach must make to beat South Africa
Published: May 14, 2025
As Nigeria’s Flying Eagles prepare for a high-stakes U-20 AFCON semifinal clash with South Africa’s Amajita, head coach Aliyu Zubairu must rethink his approach to ensure progress to the final. After a tense penalty shootout win over Senegal, there are clear areas in need of tactical fine-tuning ahead of Thursday�...
'We can win the Afcon' - Flying Eagles midfielder fires warning to South Africa after shootout win v Senegal
Published: May 13, 2025
Flying Eagles midfielder Alabi Sulaiman has expressed the team’s determination to win the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after Nigeria’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Senegal at the Suez Canal Stadium on Monday afternoon.Sulaiman, who was handed his first start of the tournament, played a key role ...
Flying Eagles player ratings: Harcourt the best, Oliseh lively, Ayuma industrious, Arierhi frustrated
Published: May 12, 2025
Nigeria's U-20 team, the Flying Eagles, secured a dramatic 3-1 victory in a penalty shootout against Senegal in the quarterfinals of the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations after a tense 0-0 draw in regular time.Allnigeriasoccer.com runs the rule over the Flying Eagles on parade at the Suez Canal Stadium (Ismailia).The sta...
Nigeria 0 Senegal 0 (3-1 after pens): Five takeaways from Flying Eagles' shootout win v Cubs
Published: May 12, 2025
Nigeria advanced to the semifinals of the AFCON U20 tournament after defeating Senegal in a tense quarterfinal clash on Monday.Following a goalless draw in regulation time, the Flying Eagles triumphed 3-1 in the penalty shootout.The win also sealed Nigeria’s qualification for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile. Al...
Nigeria 0 Senegal 0 (3-1 after pens): Harcourt the hero as Flying Eagles qualify for U20 World Cup
Published: May 12, 2025
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles secured a dramatic 3-1 penalty shootout victory over Senegal to reach the semifinals of the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and clinch a coveted ticket to the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.The quarterfinal clash at the Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia ended goalless after 120 tense minutes, ...
2025 U20 Afcon: Three Senegal players Flying Eagles must watch out for in quarterfinal showdown
Published: May 11, 2025
As Nigeria prepare to face Senegal in a mouthwatering 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final on Monday in Ismailia, the Flying Eagles will need to be wary of key threats in the Senegalese lineup. The defending champions boast several match-winners, and Nigeria must be at their tactical best to nullify them.Here...
U20 Afcon Group Stage Best XI: Flying Eagles captain Bameyi and Okoro earn defensive spots
Published: May 11, 2025
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have earned recognition at the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2025, with defenders Odinaka Okoro and Daniel Bameyi named in the official Group Stage Best XI by the CAF Technical Study Group (TSG).The two defenders were standouts in a solid Nigerian backline that hel...
'It is a big match for both teams' - Flying Eagles coach Zubairu on winner-takes-all battle v Senegal
Published: May 11, 2025
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has reaffirmed Nigeria's determination to defeat Senegal in their crucial AFCON U20 quarterfinal clash on Monday, as both teams battle for a place in the semifinals and a ticket to the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.Nigeria advanced to the knockout stage after a hard-fought 2-2 ...
'A clash of football DNA' - Senegal coach on blockbuster U20 Afcon showdown against Flying Eagles
Published: May 11, 2025
Senegal U20 head coach Serigne Saliou Dia has set his sights on rewriting history as his team prepares for a high-stakes quarterfinal showdown against Nigeria at the ongoing AFCON U20 tournament on Monday.The match not only promises a place in the semifinal but also serves as a qualifier for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup...
Clash of titans: How Flying Eagles coach Zubairu can outsmart Senegal to secure Fifa U20 World Cup spot
Published: May 10, 2025
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu must consider three key tactical adjustments if Nigeria are to overcome Senegal in the quarterfinal of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations and secure a coveted ticket to the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.1. Reinforce Midfield ControlSenegal’s U-20 team is known for their phys...