🇳🇬 Flying Eagles Soar Past Benin with Emphatic 4-1 Victory at WAFU U20 Tournament
FULL TIME: Nigeria 4-1 Benin — Flying Eagles Secure Semifinal Spot in Style
The Flying Eagles of Nigeria produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat Benin Republic 4-1 in their second Group B match of the ongoing WAFU Zone B U20 Championship in Prampram, Ghana.
After a 1-1 draw in their opening match against Ghana, this impressive victory sees Nigeria rise to the top of the group and confirm their place in the semifinals.
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🔥 Match Highlights
📅 Date: July 14, 2025
📍 Venue: University of Ghana Stadium, Prampram
🏆 Competition: WAFU U20 Zone B Tournament (Ghana 2025)
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⚽ Match Summary
Benin took an early lead in the 24th minute through Junior Olugbade’s stunning free-kick, silencing the Nigerian bench. But the Flying Eagles showed true resilience, levelling the score just before half-time through Mohammed Abdullahi.
The second half saw Nigeria take full control:
Ezekiel Kpangu made it 2-1 with a close-range finish.
Imrana Mohammed added the third shortly after with a clinical strike.
Abdulahi Majid sealed the win with a thunderous long-range effort to make it 4-1.
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⭐ Standout Performers
Imrana Mohammed: A goal and an assist; his creativity sparked Nigeria’s comeback.
Odinaka Okoro: The defender earned Man of the Match for his leadership at the back.
Mohammed Abdullahi: Opened the scoring for Nigeria and set the tone for the fightback.
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🏆 What This Means
With four points from two matches, Nigeria now top Group B and are guaranteed a place in the semifinals of the WAFU U20 tournament. Their next fixture will determine whether they finish as group winners.
