The Flying Eagles will come up against the firepower of the Junior Atlas Lions of Morocco after the North Africans fought from a goal down to beat Kenya 3-2 in their Group B game of the 2025 U20 AFCON.
The Flying Eagles have expressed confidence of flying high at the U20 AFCON in Egypt after they opened their campaign with a 1-0 win over Tunisia.
On Thursday, Akwa United youngster Auwal Ibrahim ‘Germany’ was Man of the Match, gave Nigeria the maximum points against the Junior Cartage Eagles, who gave as much as they got from their Nigerian counterparts.
Captain Daniel Bameyi said after the win that they are now looking forward to another win against Morocco on Sunday night.
“It is on to the next game. We hope to win and go top of our group on our way to qualifying for the World Cup and winning the tournament,” the Bayelsa United central defender said.
Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu said the win over Tunisia is great for team’s confidence.
“The first game of a competition is often difficult and to get the three points was very important,” he said.
“This will help with our confidence. Nigerians should continue to support and pray for the team and we promise not to let them down.”
The Flying Eagles are seeking a record-extending eighth U20 AFCON title in Egypt.
Morocco fell behind to the Rising Stars of Kenya in the second match in Group B, before they rallied back to win despite missing a penalty and losing two players to injury
Othmane Maamma was Man of the Match for Morocco to go top of the standings by virtue of having scored more goals than the Flying Eagles.
