Nigeria’s Flying Eagles defeated Saudi Arabia 3-2 in their second game at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup on Friday morning. Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players in the game.
Ebenezer Harcourt 7/10
The youngster put up an impressive display in the keenly contested encounter. Made a number of key saves to help his side win the game.
Amos Ochoche 7/10
The right-back scored a superb goal in the first half. Gave a good account himself.
Ahmed Akinyele 5/10
Gave the ball away cheaply a couple of times in the first half. Not a good performance from the Remo Stars defender.
Daniel Bameyi 7/10
Captain Daniel Bameyi led by example. He scored the winning goal from the penalty spot.
Odinaka Okoro 7/10
The left-back had a hand in the first goal. He performed his defensive task well, and also supported the attack.
Daniel Daga 7/10
An improved performance from the first game. He shielded the defence well, and also helped the attack.
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Israel Ayuma 7/10
The hardworking midfielder was at his best in the game. He was one of Flying Eagles’ best performers in the game.
Nasiru Salihu 7/10
Scored Nigeria’s opening goal from a superb header. His best performance for the team.
Sani Suleiman 7/10
Provided a superb assist for the opening goal. He was a constant threat to Saudi Arabia defence.
Kparobo Ariehi 6/10
The forward was unlucky not to get a goal in the game. Ariehi was replaced by Charles Agada in the 59th minute.
Substitutes
Charles Agada 5/10
The NK Istra forward offered little after replacing the misfiring Kparobo Ariehi.
Haruna Aliyu 6/10
The centre-back helped stablise the defence after replacing Ahmed Akinyele.
Emmanuel Ekele 5/10
Made his first appearance of the competition in the game. He took place the place Nasiru Salihu 19 minutes from time.
Alatan Azuka
Not Rated
Achichi Oseer
Not Rated