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U-20 AFCON: Can Flying Eagles stop free-scoring Gambia’s Young Scorpions

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Seven-time champions, the Flying Eagles of Nigeria, will face their biggest test when they confront Gambia in a semi-final clash at the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations on Monday (today).



The encounter billed for the Cairo International Stadium promises to be an interesting affair.

The Gambians, who were bronze medalists at the last edition of the U-20 AFCON hosted by Mauritania, have won all four of their matches in Egypt.

Abdoulie Bojang’s side have also scored nine goals without conceding.

The Young Scorpions were at their devastating best, destroying debutants South Sudan 5-0 in their quarterfinal fixture last Thursday.

The Flying Eagles started the competition on a dour note, going down to a 1-0 defeat against the Cubs of Senegal.

Ladan Bosso’s side has since recovered to win their next three group games against Egypt, Mozambique, and Uganda.

The team’s strength lies in its strong defense, but goal scoring has been a challenge for them.

The Flying Eagles have scored a paltry four goals in four games and will need to improve on that if they are to seal the championship.

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U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles pip Uganda, clinch World Cup ticket

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Flying Eagles head coach Ladan Bosso is upbeat about the chances of his side against Uganda on Thursday.The seven-time champions will confront the Hippos in the 2023 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations quarterfinal tie at the Suez Canal Stadium, Ismailia.Bosso’s side started the competition on a disappointing note, going down to a 1-0 loss to the Cubs of Senegal.The Flying Eagles, however, recovered, posting convincing wins against hosts Egypt and Mozambique.Their next game...
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U-20 AFCON: Flying Eagles defender, Agbalaka makes group stage best X1

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