Nigeria’s Flying Eagles bounced again in type with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Saudi Arabia of their second group match on the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
After dropping their opening recreation to Norway, the Nigerians began strongly and went forward within the eleventh minute when Nasiru Salihu nodded in a superb cross from Sani Suleiman.
Saudi Arabia replied within the twenty first minute as Amar Al Yuhaybi broke by means of and calmly scored to make it 1-1.
Nigeria restored their lead earlier than half-time. Within the thirty eighth minute, Amos Ochoche unleashed an outstanding strike from a set piece, giving the Flying Eagles a 2-1 benefit on the break.
The Saudis fought again after the restart, and Talal Haji levelled the scores with a close-range end to make it 2-2.
Simply when it seemed just like the match would finish in a draw, Nigeria have been awarded a penalty in stoppage time. Captain Daniel Bameyi stepped up within the 94th minute and transformed with composure, sealing a treasured 3-2 win for the Flying Eagles.
Within the different group recreation, Colombia and Norway performed out a goalless draw, leaving the qualification race vast open.
Nigeria will now face Colombia of their remaining group match on Monday, the place victory might affirm their place within the knockout stage.
