By Njoku Chijioke
Nigeria’s U20 national team, the Flying Eagles, have arrived in Cairo, Egypt, as they gear up for a spirited campaign at the seventeenth Africa U20 Cup of Nations.
Led by Head Coach Aliyu Zubairu, the team touched down at Cairo International Airport on Sunday and checked into Jewel Sports City and Aqua Resort.
Their first training session was scheduled for Monday evening.
As part of their final preparations, the Flying Eagles will lock horns with Egypt’s Young Pharaohs in a friendly match today, offering the Nigerian side a valuable test before the tournament kicks off.
The Flying Eagles begin their quest for continental glory on May 1 against Tunisia at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo.
Group stage matches will unfold between April 27 and May 18, with the tournament serving as a pathway to the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile.
Only four teams will qualify to represent Africa at the global showdown taking place from September 27 to October 19.
With seven continental titles already in the bag, Nigeria remains the most decorated side in the history of the competition.
The team is determined to extend its legacy by not only lifting the trophy again but also booking a place among the world’s elite youth teams.
