Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Suffer Disappointing Start At 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship

By Ogo Clarkson

The Flying Eagles’ 2024 WAFU B U-20 Championship campaign began on a sour note, as they fell 1-0 to Burkina Faso in their opener at Lome’s Stade Municipal.

Aliyu Zubairu’s team struggled to find rhythm in a lackluster performance. Goalkeeper Nathaniel Nwosu’s crucial save ensured a level halftime score.

However, Fandino Abib Coulibaly broke the deadlock for Burkina Faso in the 56th minute, leaving Nigeria searching for answers.

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With this loss, the Flying Eagles face a must-win against Côte d’Ivoire in their final group match to reach the semi-finals. The decisive clash occurs next Thursday at Stade Municipal.

Pressure mounts on the Nigerian squad to bounce back and revive their championship aspirations.