FLYING EAGLES BEGIN FIFA U20 WORLD CUP CAMPAIGN AGAINST NORWAY
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By Sunmisola Shodayo
The FIFA U20 World Cup commences with an exhilarating match as Nigeria’s Flying Eagles confront Norway’s Young Vikings at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca in Chile on September 29, 2025, at 21:00 WAT.
Both squads acknowledge the significance of a robust inaugural match, establishing the foundation for an electrifying confrontation that guarantees skill and intensity beneath the Chilean night sky.
Nigeria approaches the tournament carrying a rich heritage, marking their 14th appearance with two second-place finishes in 1989 and 2005.
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Under the guidance of coach Aliyu Zubair, the Flying Eagles blend domestic talent with European-based stars, striving to enhance their offensive strategies and deliver a compelling performance.
Conversely, Norway, participating in their fourth U20 World Cup, aims to transcend their group-stage limitations. Led by coach Bjorn Johansen, the Young Vikings exhibit determination and resilience, aspiring to redefine their narrative with an impressive display.
Nigeria’s FIFA U20 World Cup squad
Nigeria’s lineup is filled with promising talents. Goalkeepers Ebenezer Harcourt (Sporting Lagos), Clinton Ezekiel (Bayelsa United), and Rufa’i Abubakar (Mavlon FC) ensure reliability in defense.
Defenders such as Ocheche Amos Onyejefu (Stade de Reims, France) and Daniel Bameyi (Bayelsa United) contribute international experience, while midfielders Daniel Daga (Molde FC, Norway) and Israel Ayuma (NK Istra, Croatia) infuse strength and creativity.
In the attacking front, the Flying Eagles possess considerable offensive capabilities in Achichi Oseer (Royal Antwerp, Belgium), Kparobo Arierhi (Lillestrom SK, Norway), and Sani Suleman (AS Trencin, Slovakia).
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