The Flying Eagles beat Democratic Republic of Congo 3- 1 on Saturday to advance to the semi - finals of the African Youth Championship, which is being staged in Algeria.<br /><br />Skipper Abduljeleel Ajagun scored after 32 minutes from the penalty spot to put the defending champions in the lead. Six minutes later, Wikki Tourists striker Aminu Umar doubled Nigeria's advantage.<br /><br />Two minutes after the restart, Umar, who only made the starting line - up due to Olarenwaju Kayode's suspension, scored his second of the game.<br /><br />DR Congo got a consolation goal through Mukanisa Pembele with 18 minutes of normal time remaining. <br /><br />Nigeria has joined Ghana, Egypt and Mali as teams that will represent Africa at the Fifa Under 20s, billed to be hosted by Turkey from 21 June - July 13.<br /><br />John Obuh's charges would qualify for their second consecutive AYC finals if they beat Egypt on Tuesday in Oran.<br />