Nigeria lost to Senegal in their opening game of the ongoing Egypt 2023 Africa U-20 Nations CupNigeria must avoid defeat to remain in contention It is crunch time in Egypt for Nigeria, as the Flying Eagles confront hosts, Egypt, in a game they must win to remain in contention for a second round ticket at the ongoing African U-20 Nations Cup.
The Nigerians lost their first game against Senegal 1-0 on Sunday and must avoid any form of defeat against an Egyptian team that drew with Mozambique in their opening game.The matchday two game at the Cairo International Stadium will start by 7.00 p.m., Egyptian time, which is 6.00 p.m.
in Nigeria. A draw will place Nigeria in a situation that ensures a win against Mozambique in their last group game could take them to the quarterfinal.
That is if Senegal beat or draw with Egypt in their last game.Against Senegal, Nigeria had the control of the first stanza, but lost to a more composed side, which knew how to lock up shop after getting the game’s only goal.Today, Coach Isah Ladan Bosso’s side could be without midfielder Daniel Daga, who was substituted against Senegal due to injury he sustained during the encounter.