The Flying Eagles defeated Côte d’Ivoire U-20 2-0 in a friendly match. Captain Daniel Bameyi stressed that the team is still evolving and focused on preparation for the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. Both he and Oliseh scored to secure the win, and they will meet Côte d’Ivoire again for additional practice.
The Flying Eagles, Nigeria’s U-20 football team, recently secured a 2-0 victory against Côte d’Ivoire U-20 in an international friendly held in Abidjan. Captain Daniel Bameyi acknowledged that, despite the win, the team remains a work in progress as they prepare for the upcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. The match saw Bameyi score from the penalty spot in the 63rd minute following a foul on Divine Oliseh. Oliseh later added another goal in the 82nd minute, finishing a commendable assist by Faruq Jimoh.
After the match, Bameyi expressed optimism about the team’s performance but emphasized the need for further development. “We feel good, but most importantly, you must know that we are not there yet. We are still under preparation, working hard to get better and better,” he stated. Bameyi reiterated the team’s commitment to achieving success at the WAFU tournament.
The Flying Eagles are set to face Côte d’Ivoire once more in their second friendly, which will serve as crucial preparation for the continental tournament in Ivory Coast.
In summary, the Flying Eagles’ victory over Côte d’Ivoire highlights their potential as they prepare for the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. Nonetheless, Captain Daniel Bameyi emphasizes that the team is still developing and working towards improvement. Their upcoming match will further aid their training and strategy as they aim for success in international competitions.
Original Source: soccernet.ng
