Flying Eagles defeat Saudi Arabia 3-2 in Chile to boost U-20 World Cup hopes, with Daniel Bameyi scoring a late penalty winner

The Flying Eagles defeated Saudi Arabia 3-2 in an enthralling Group F contest at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Talca, Chile, on Friday morning, boosting their chances of advancing to the Round of 16.

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Midfielder Nasiru Salihu opened Nigeria’s account in the 10th minute, but Saudi Arabia drew level through Amar Alyuhaybi in the 21st minute.

Amos Ochoche restored the lead for the seven-time African champions with a strike shortly before half-time.

Talal Haji equalised for the Asians six minutes into the second half, but Nigeria snatched all three points in stoppage time when captain Daniel Bameyi converted a dramatic penalty.

The victory puts the two-time World Cup finalists in a strong position to qualify from Group F. A positive result against Colombia in their final group match on Sunday will guarantee their place in the Round of 16.