Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, are set for a high-stakes clash against defending champions Senegal in the quarterfinals of the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.
The encounter, scheduled for Monday at 1:00pm, marks the opening fixture of the knockout stage and promises to be a thrilling contest between two African football heavyweights.
Senegal secured their quarterfinal berth with a decisive 2-0 victory over DR Congo in their final Group C match.
The result saw them climb to second place in the group with four points—edging out DR Congo on goal difference.
Nigeria also finished second in Group B, collecting five points from three matches behind group winners Morocco, who topped the table with seven points.
The Flying Eagles, seven-time champions of the competition, will be aiming to extend their illustrious record with a strong showing against the title holders. Senegal, however, will be determined to continue their title defense and build on their reputation as one of the continent’s most formidable youth teams.
Both sides will be under pressure, with not just a semifinal spot at stake but also a step closer to qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
The match is expected to be fiercely contested, with talent, tactics, and nerves likely to play decisive roles in what could be one of the tournament’s defining fixtures.
