Reigning WAFU Zone B champions, Nigeria's Flying Eagles, secured a 2-0 victory over Cote d'Ivoire's Young Elephants in a friendly match held on Wednesday at the Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny, as preparation intensify for the forthcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, which is scheduled to run from April 26th to May 18th, 2025..
Cote d'ivoire fought valiantly, managing a few quality chances, but were undone by Daniel Bameyi's goal from the spot in the 63rd minute and Divine Olise finish eight munite before stoppage time.
Both teams are set to clash in a second friendly match on Friday at the same venue, affording additional opportunities to evaluate their strengths and strategies in preparation for the continental tournament.
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