Flying Eagles Qualify For Fifa Under 20 World Cup
Published: March 24, 2013The 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.
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.
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.
DR Congo got a consolation goal through Mukanisa Pembele with 18 minutes of normal time remaining.
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.
John Obuh's charges would qualify for their second consecutive AYC finals if they beat Egypt on Tuesday in Oran.
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.
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.
DR Congo got a consolation goal through Mukanisa Pembele with 18 minutes of normal time remaining.
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.
John Obuh's charges would qualify for their second consecutive AYC finals if they beat Egypt on Tuesday in Oran.
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