Flying Eagles Lose Invincibility But Secure Quarters After Thrilling 2-2 Draw with Kenya
Nigeria’s Gritty Draw Seals U20 AFCON Quarterfinal Berth Nigeria’s Flying Eagles relinquished their unbeaten record but secured a U20 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal ticket after a pulsating 2-2 draw with Kenya in their final Group B clash. Goals from Kparobo Arierhi and captain Daniel Bameyi canceled out Kenya’s leads, ensuring Nigeria finished second behind Morocco. Match Highlights: Resilience Amid Drama First Half: 6’: Kenya took an early lead via Kevin Wangaya’s penalty after Chukwu’s handball. 13’: Arierhi leveled with a composed finish, rounding the keeper after Simon Cletus’s assist. Nerve-Wracking Chances: Arierhi’s header saved, Jephta’s curler narrowly missed, and Kenya’s Aldrine Kibet tested goalkeeper Ebenezer Harcourt. Second Half: 67’: Kenya’s William Gitama Mwangi smashed in a stunning free-kick off the crossbar. 72’: Captain Bameyi converted a penalty after Rickson Mendos was fouled, sealing the draw. Late Drama: Divine Oliseh missed a golden chance to win it, blazing over from close range. Key Takeaways Defensive Lapses: Nigeria […]