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...
Tier-1 matches: Nigeria Football Federation confirms Unity Cup 2025 has been approved by Fifa
Published: May 09, 2025
FIFA has officially approved The Unity Cup 2025 as a Tier-1 international tournament, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced on Friday evening via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. The football governing body emphasized that all matches must strictly adhere to the Laws of the Game, as the competition ...
Racing Genk, FC Sion monitor Flying Eagles at U20 Afcon: Six players who have caught the eye
Published: May 09, 2025
European interest in Nigeria’s next generation of football stars is growing, with scouts from Racing Genk and FC Sion currently monitoring the Flying Eagles at the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.Romain Albaric, a scout for Swiss top-flight side FC Sion, and Bennard Yao Kumordzi, representing Belgian Pro...
'Fantastic for the academy' - Maresca lauds George and Chelsea rising stars after win v Djurgarden
Published: May 09, 2025
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has heaped praise on rising star Tyrique George and other academy talents following their 1-0 victory over Swedish side Djurgarden in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday night.The Blues fielded a change side with a blend of academy players for the European night.However, George, who w...
Clash of titans: Flying Eagles set for U20 Afcon quarterfinal against defending champs Senegal
Published: May 08, 2025
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles have discovered their quarter-final opponents at the TotalEnergies CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations — defending champions Senegal — following the conclusion of Group C matches on Thursday in Suez.Senegal sealed a tense 2-0 win over DR Congo to finish second in their group and set up a high-st...