Nigeria flying eagles latest news
Here are some of the latest news updates on the Nigerian Flying Eagles:
Recent Results:
- The Flying Eagles defeated the Ghanaian U-20 team 2-0 in a friendly match on March 24, 2023, in Abuja.
- They also drew 1-1 with the Egyptian U-20 team in another friendly match on March 27, 2023, in Cairo.
Upcoming Matches:
- The Flying Eagles are set to participate in the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, which will take place in Egypt from March 19 to April 11, 2023.
- They will face off against the host nation, Egypt, in their opening match on March 20, 2023.
Squad Update:
- The Flying Eagles have announced a 21-man squad for the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The squad includes players from top Nigerian clubs such as Enyimba, Rangers International, and Akwa United.
- The team's captain, Samson Tijani, has been ruled out of the tournament due to injury.
Coaching Staff:
- The Flying Eagles are being coached by Ladan Bosso, who has been in charge of the team since 2020.
- Bosso has been praised for his tactical acumen and ability to develop young players.
Recent Achievements:
- The Flying Eagles won the 2019 WAFU B U-20 Cup of Nations, defeating Ghana 1-0 in the final.
- They also finished as runners-up in the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, losing 2-1 to Mali in the final.
Challenges:
- The Flying Eagles have been struggling with injuries and suspensions ahead of the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.
- The team has also faced criticism for their lack of consistency and poor performance in recent friendly matches.
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