Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, has expressed confidence that his team will defeat Niger Republic. The defending champions are set to face Niger Republic in their semi-final clash at the WAFU B U-20 Championship on Sunday night. The Flying Eagles
their spot in the last four after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday.
- Coach Aliyu Zubairu is confident in his team’s ability to defeat Niger Republic, stating, “We’re going to win the match; it won’t be otherwise.”
- He acknowledged that the players were initially jittery during their first match against Burkina Faso, as it was a significant experience for many of them.
- Zubairu noted that the team has since overcome their initial fear and tension.
- He emphasized that they will now approach the game with calmness and concentration, ready to perform as a cohesive unit against Niger.
The winner of the game not only gets bragging rights but also secures a spot in the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.
