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U-20 FIFA World Cup: Match Preview, possible lineup as Flying Eagles lock horns against Colombia in final group game

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by Obi Donald
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The Flying Eagles of Nigeria are set to take on Colombia in their final Group F game as they look to secure a place in the knockout phase of the U-20 FIFA World Cup, Soccernet.ng reports.

Aliyu Zubairu’s boys lost their Group opener against Norway by a lone goal, before securing a 94th-minute winner courtesy of a Daniel Bameyi spot kick.

Tonight, at the Estadio Fiscal de Talca, they face top-of-the-group Colombia, who have yet to lose a game, and Nigeria needs at least one point from tonight’s fixture to stand a chance of qualifying for the next round.

Nigeria U20 Boys, Flying Eagles, have landed in Santiago, capital city of Chile, for a 12-day final training camp ahead of the 24th FIFA U20 World Cup finals taking place in that country, 27th September to 19th October. Photo courtesy NFF

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The kickoff time is set for 12:00  West African time, and it promises to be a competitive encounter as both teams will be looking to show their quality.

Colombia vs Nigeria: Head-to-Head

Nigeria and Colombia have never met at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, but both sides met in a friendly fixture two years ago, with the result being a 3-3 draw.

Coming into the game, the Colombians have the better form as they’re unbeaten in their last five games, winning three and drawing two.

On the flip side, Nigeria have lost two of their last five games, winning two, losing two, and playing out one draw.

Match details

  • Fixture: Colombia U-20 vs Nigeria U-20
  • Venue: Estadio Fisca de Talca, Chile
  • Kick-off: Monday WAT / 00:00 local time
  • Competition: 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup (Group F)
Daniel Kolocho Bameyi, Ebenezer Harcourt, Adamu Bajibir Maigari and Israel Isaac Ayuma of Nigeria during the men U20 Caf Africa Cup of Nations Semi Final match between South Africa and Nigeria at Suez Canal Stadium on May 15, 2025 in Ismailia, Egypt
Daniel Kolocho Bameyi, Ebenezer Harcourt, Adamu Bajibir Maigari and Israel Isaac Ayuma of Nigeria during the men U20 Caf Africa Cup of Nations Semi Final match between South Africa and Nigeria at Suez Canal Stadium on May 15, 2025, in Ismailia, Egypt. Photo by ImagoxUgbodaga Irabor Kennedy

Possible Lineups

Nigeria (4-3-3): Ebenezer Harcourt; Ocheche Amos, Daniel Bameyi, Ahmed Akinyele Olamide, Odinaka Okoro; Daniel Daga, Nasiru Salihu, Israel Ayuma; Charles Agada, Tahir Maigana, Sani Suleiman.

Colombia (4-3-3): Jordan Garcia; Carlos Sarabia, Simon Garcia, Yeimar Monsquera, Juan Arizala; Elkin Rivero, Kener Gonzalez, Jordan Barrera; Jhon Renteria, Oscar Perea, Neyser Villareal.

Predictions

One thing is clear for both these sides, and that’s to avoid losing tonight. This might affect their approach to the clash, but it could also be one of those games that goes on and tactics get out the window, coming down to who wants it more.

South American Soccer Championship, first phase match between Argentina and Colombia, at the Misael Delgado stadium in the city of Valencia, Carabobo state
South American Soccer Championship, first phase match between Argentina and Colombia, at the Misael Delgado stadium in the city of Valencia, Carabobo state. Photo: ImagoxJuan Carlos HernoÂndez

I predict a draw, but with goals from both sides, most likely a 2-2 outcome from the game tonight.

 

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