Nigeria managed to succeed in the spherical of 16 of the U20 World Cup after beating Italy (2-0). In 12 participations, the Flying Eagles have at all times managed to succeed in the second spherical. They’ve additionally been finalists twice, in 1989 and 2005. For this version, the Nigerians lastly intend to win their first star.
Nigeria are the primary staff to qualify for the knockout phases of the Global U20. The Flying Eagles have recorded two wins in as many matches. They respectively dominated the Dominican Republic (2-1) and Italy (2-0). An ideal efficiency from the Nigerians. It is even regular, when you already know the course of the Nigerian staff on this competitors. She hardly ever dissatisfied. In 13 appearances, the Flying Eagles have managed to succeed in the second spherical 9 instances. They even completed on the rostrum throughout their first participation, in 1985. Higher nonetheless, the five-time African champions reached the ultimate twice in 1989 and 2005. In Argentina, the coach is aiming for a 3rd ultimate for the Nigerian staff.
“In the mean time, we’re nonetheless beneath development. We’re nonetheless within the match and we are able to by no means be glad till we play the ultimate.”mentioned Ladan Bosso after his staff’s victory over Italy.
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Midfielder Victor Eletu, who performed a number one position within the victory towards the Italians, doesn’t say anything. “I am very proud of the best way the staff performed as a result of we confirmed nice character. I do know we are able to go far on this competitors as a result of now we have an excellent staff. We performed as a staff and that is why we have been capable of beat such a powerful opponent as Italy.”mentioned the resident of AC Milan.
On the high of the group D group, the Nigerians will problem Brazil (3 pts), of their final match. Overwhelmed by Italy (3-2), the Brazilians crushed the Dominican Republic (6-0), throughout their second outing. What to scare the Flying Ragles? No approach. “We’ll play a traditional match with Brazil. I feel they’re beatable,” the coach mentioned. See you Saturday, Might 27 at 6 p.m. GMT.
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