The Flying Eagles, Nigeria’s U-20 men’s football squad, arrived in Talca, Chile, on Thursday afternoon in preparation for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
The two-time World Cup champions are in Group F with Saudi Arabia, Colombia, and Norway; all games will take place in Talca.
The Eagles arrived at the Hotel Diego de Almagro and were greeted by FIFA officials, the Local Organising Committee, and hotel personnel.
Later, in the evening, the team started final preparations with its first training session.
Head coach Ali Zubair gave his word that the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations campaign had taught them valuable lessons.
He claimed, “We are now more ready for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile after fixing the errors that cost us at the AFCON.”
Two international friendlies were played during the Flying Eagles’ 12-day training camp in Santiago before to their arrival in Talca.
On Tuesday, Nigeria trounced Australia 3-1 after drawing 1-1 with Chile, the host country.
On Monday, September 29, the Flying Eagles will play their first game of the season at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca against Norway. They will then play Saudi Arabia and Colombia.
Since making their debut in 1983, Nigeria’s U20 team has reportedly established a solid reputation as one of Africa’s most successful youth teams.
In 1989 (losing to Portugal) and 2005 (losing to Lionel Messi’s Argentina), the Flying Eagles have finished second. They have also made it to the semifinals several times.
Mikel Obi, Taye Taiwo, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Victor Osimhen are among the former Nigerian talents that have emerged from the event.
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