The decisive goal for the Flying Eagles came in the final moments of the match…
In their second fixture of the 2025 FIFA Under-20 World Cup, Nigeria’s under-20 squad, the Flying Eagles, secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Saudi Arabia, according to Soccernet.ng.
Facing Saudi Arabia after a narrow 1-0 loss to Norway in their opening match, coach Aliyu Zubairu‘s team was under pressure to claim a full three points to keep their tournament hopes alive.
The encounter was intense from the outset, with both sides fiercely contesting possession and pushing hard to gain the upper hand.
Early on, the Flying Eagles asserted control, dominating play and appearing poised to take a comfortable lead.
Within just ten minutes, Nigeria struck first with a well-orchestrated goal. Odinaka Okoro linked up skillfully with Suleiman Sani, who was particularly dynamic down the left flank. Sani delivered a precise cross into the penalty area, where Nasiru Salihu timed his run perfectly to head the ball past the goalkeeper and into the net.
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