CAN 2022: the unlucky Flying Eagles fall in Gambia
Nigeria's Flying Eagles failed to reach the final of the 2023 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations after losing 1-0 to Gambia's Young Scorpions.
Adama Bojang scored the winning goal for the Gambians, seven minutes after an error by Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bamaiyi.
It was the only shot scored by Gambia throughout the match.
The Flying Eagles fought their way back into the game but were disappointed by their lack of creativity in the final third.
Ladan Bosso's side were awarded a penalty six minutes from time after substitute Ahmed Abdullahi was fouled in the box.
The KAA Gentois striker, however, hit the woodwork in agony for his teammates.
Gambia was reduced to 10 men late when Haruna Njie was sent off in a cynical challenge.
The Flying Eagles will face Tunisia in the match for third place on Friday.
Nigeria's Flying Eagles failed to reach the final of the 2023 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations after losing 1-0 to Gambia's Young Scorpions.
Adama Bojang scored the winning goal for the Gambians, seven minutes after an error by Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bamaiyi.
It was the only shot scored by Gambia throughout the match.
The Flying Eagles fought their way back into the game but were disappointed by their lack of creativity in the final third.
Ladan Bosso's side were awarded a penalty six minutes from time after substitute Ahmed Abdullahi was fouled in the box.
The KAA Gentois striker, however, hit the woodwork in agony for his teammates.
Gambia was reduced to 10 men late when Haruna Njie was sent off in a cynical challenge.
The Flying Eagles will face Tunisia in the match for third place on Friday.
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