OGUN, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets started their 2025 WAFU B U-17 campaign with a decisive 4-1 victory over the Baby Cheetahs of Benin Republic.Â
The Eaglets took control early, with George Agha opening the scoring from the penalty spot just three minutes into the match.
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The lead was quickly extended by David Edeh’s free-kick two minutes later. Agha continued his impressive performance, netting his second goal in the 14th minute and completing his hat-trick in the 32nd minute after a goalkeeping error from Benin’s Warris Soumanou.
Benin managed to pull one back just before halftime with a goal from Jeremy Zannou. However, neither side scored in the second half, and Nigeria secured all three points.
The Golden Eaglets, coached by Manu Garba, will now face Burkina Faso in their final group stage match for a chance to clinch the top spot and advance to the next round.
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