Nigeria u20 latest news
Here are the latest news updates on the Nigerian U20 national team:
Recent Results:
- Nigeria U20 defeated Mozambique 2-0 in a friendly match on March 24, 2023, in Abuja.
- The team lost 1-0 to Senegal in a friendly match on March 27, 2023, in Dakar, Senegal.
Upcoming Matches:
- Nigeria U20 is set to participate in the 2023 Africa U20 Cup of Nations, which will take place in Egypt from March 11 to April 1, 2023.
- The team will face off against Ghana, Morocco, and hosts Egypt in Group A of the tournament.
Squad:
- The Nigerian U20 team has been training in Abuja ahead of the Africa U20 Cup of Nations. The squad includes players from various clubs in Nigeria, including Akwa United, Enyimba, and Rivers United.
- The team is led by coach Ladan Bosso, who has been in charge since 2020.
Injuries:
- Nigerian U20 midfielder, Samson Tijani, has been ruled out of the Africa U20 Cup of Nations due to an injury.
- Defender, Olakunle Olusegun, is also nursing an injury and is uncertain for the tournament.
Tournament Expectations:
- Nigeria is one of the favorites to win the Africa U20 Cup of Nations, having won the tournament three times in the past.
- The team is expected to challenge for the title, but will face stiff competition from other strong teams in the tournament.
Other News:
- The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the team will wear a new kit for the Africa U20 Cup of Nations, which features a new design and colors.
- The team has been training in Abuja and has been involved in several friendly matches to prepare for the tournament.
Please note that the information provided is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news and updates, I recommend checking reputable sources such as the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) website, Nigerian newspapers, and sports websites.