By Ola Kay
In a tense quarter-final match that ended in penalty shootout, giving Nigeria a edge with 3-1 win over Senegal, the Flying Eagles have qualified for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile at the ongoing CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt became the rave of the moment with two crucial saves during the shootout to get the Flying Eagles into the semi-finals,and more importantly, secure their spot at the upcoming global tournament.
At this point, the Flying Eagles will now turn their attention to the semi-finals of the CAF U-20 AFCON, with renewed confidence and a World Cup ticket already secured.
The Flying Eagles will be hoping to continue their strong form as they aim for their eighth continental crown and a deeper run at the World Cup in Chile later in the year.
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