Nigeria’s Flying Eagles. Photo Credit: NFF Comms
Flying Eagles of Nigeria are set for a make-or-break showdown against Colombia in their final group stage game at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Following a 1-nil loss to Norway in their opening games, which reduced their possible six points by three, a place in the Round of 16 is on the line.
After a dramatic 3–2 victory over Saudi Arabia that revived their hopes, the seven-time African champions must now overcome a strong Colombian side to keep their tournament dreams alive.
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Head coach Aliyu Zubairu’s boys know the stakes couldn’t be higher. Sitting third in Group F with three points, anything short of a win could see Nigeria crash out of the competition depending on other results.
What To Expect From Flying Eagles vs Colombia Clash
The team will be counting on Daniel Bameyi, Ebenezer Harcout, Suleman Sani, Kparobo Arierhi, and a host of thers to break a disciplined Colombian defence that has yet to lose in the tournament.
Colombia, on the other hand, have been one of the most balanced sides in the group. The South Americans will be eager to maintain their unbeaten run and finish top of the group.
Stay tuned as we bring you live updates, key moments, and stats from this crucial U-20 World Cup encounter between Nigeria and Colombia.
Nigeria U20
05/10/2025 23:00
Half Time
Colombia U20
- Lineups
Nigeria U20
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1
Ebenezer Harcourt
- Starters
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2
Amos Ochoche
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3
Odinaka Okoro
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6
Daniel Bameyi
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20
Haruna Aliyu
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4
Daniel Daga
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10
Israel Isaac Ayuma
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17
Tahir Maigana
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7
Sani Suleiman
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9
Kparobo Arierhi
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12
Salihu Nasiru
- Substitutes
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16
Rufai Abubakar
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21
Clinton Andy
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13
Azuka Alatan
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8
Abduljelil Kamaldeen
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11
Orseer Achihi
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14
Emmanuel Ekele
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15
Auwal Ibrahim
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19
Charles Adah Agada
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18
Abdullahi Ele
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5
Ahmed Akinyele
Colombia U20
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1
Jordan Garcia
- Starters
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2
Simon Garcia
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15
Yeimar Mosquera
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3
Carlos Sarabia
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6
Elkin Rivero
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17
Juan Arizala
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18
Jose Cavadia
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19
Kener Gonzalez
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10
Oscar Perea
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20
Joel Canchimbo
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21
Neyser Villarreal
- Substitutes
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12
Alexei Rojas
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13
Luis Mena
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5
Weimar Vivas
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7
Luis Landazuri
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8
Royner Benitez
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14
Jordan Barrera
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16
Joel Romero
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9
Emilio Aristizabal
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11
Jhon Renteria
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4
Julian Bazan