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AFCON U-20: Flying Eagles expresses optimism ahead 3rd place Match

Last updated: May 18, 2025 12:05 pm
10 months ago Femi Amusan
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Aliu Zubairu Head Coach, Flying Eagles

The Head Coach of the Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu has expressed disappointed for not winning the trophy at the AFCON U-20 in his first attempt. He is however eyeing the Bronze Medal to complement the World Cup Ticket.

In similar vain, Goalkeeper Ajia Yakub whose error gifted South Africa the final is hopeful to make up for his mistakes in the third place match against the young Pharaohs of Egypt while some of his other team mates share their experiences so far in the tournament.

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Ajia Yakub. Flying Eagles Goalkeeper

Nigeria was going for 8th title before losing to South Africa 1-nil in the semi final. Morocco and South Africa will however have a date in the final today.

(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)

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