By Chidi-Ebere .O. Moneme.
The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko has congratulated Nigeria”s U – 20 National Team, the Flying Eagles, on their impressive victory over Ghana, securing their defence of the WAFU B U – 20 Championship title, reports Silvernews.com.ng
The match was played on Wednesday Night under the flood – light in Line Togo, saw Nigeria defeat Ghana 2 – 1, with a first half brace from Kporabo Aniem, settling the age long regional football derby between Nigeria and Ghana.
Shehu Dikko hailed the team’s success, describing the victory as a welcome gift for Nigeria Sports and an encouraging step forward in the team”s journey.
He emphasized the importance of the win, noting that it sets a positive tone as the Flying Eagles prepare for the U – 20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with hopes of securing a place in the 2025 FIFA U – 20 World Cup.
He added that it is important for the team to start preparations early enough for the U – 20 AFCON , so as to be in a good state when the Continental contest kicks off.
The top teams from the AFCON will go to represent Africa at the FIFA U – 20 World Cup in Chile in September 2025.
With this Victory, Coach Aliyu Zubairu”s Flying Eagles have confirmed their place in the U – 20 AFCON that will take place in South Africa next year.
