The Flying Eagles might be seeking to bounce again once they face Saudi Arabia of their second group match on the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.
Nigeria’s U20 aspect misplaced their opening sport 1-0 to Norway on Monday regardless of dominating possession and creating a number of possibilities. They had been additionally denied two penalty appeals in the course of the match.
A win towards Saudi Arabia would put the seven-time African champions and two-time World Cup runners-up in a powerful place to succeed in the Spherical of 16, earlier than their closing group sport towards Colombia on Sunday.
Head Coach Aliyu Zubair mentioned the crew has put the defeat behind them and is totally centered on getting a constructive end result towards Saudi Arabia. With all key gamers out there, Zubair is anticipated to stay along with his 4-3-3 formation, specializing in assault and ball possession.
Nonetheless, Israel Ayuma, Daniel Daga, and Charles Agada, who’ve all acquired yellow playing cards, will have to be cautious to keep away from suspension forward of the conflict with Colombia.
