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.
— The NFF (@thenff) October 2, 2025
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.
- Daniel Bameyi 86′
- Sani Suleiman 90′
- Kener Gonzalez 51′
- Joel Canchimbo 53′
- Summary
- Lineups
- Team Stats
Nigeria U20
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Ebenezer Harcourt
1
- Starters
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Amos Ochoche
2
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Odinaka Okoro
3
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Daniel Bameyi
6
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Haruna Aliyu
20
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Daniel Daga
4
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Israel Isaac Ayuma
10
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Tahir Maigana
17
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Sani Suleiman
7
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Kparobo Arierhi
9
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Salihu Nasiru
12
- Substitutes
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Rufai Abubakar
16
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Clinton Andy
21
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Azuka Alatan
13
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Abduljelil Kamaldeen
8
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Orseer Achihi
11
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Emmanuel Ekele
14
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Auwal Ibrahim
15
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Charles Adah Agada
19
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Abdullahi Ele
18
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Ahmed Akinyele
5
Colombia U20
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Jordan Garcia
1
- Starters
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Simon Garcia
2
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Yeimar Mosquera
15
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Carlos Sarabia
3
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Elkin Rivero
6
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Juan Arizala
17
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Jose Cavadia
18
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Kener Gonzalez
19
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Oscar Perea
10
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Joel Canchimbo
20
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Neyser Villarreal
21
- Substitutes
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Alexei Rojas
12
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Luis Mena
13
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Weimar Vivas
5
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Luis Landazuri
7
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Royner Benitez
8
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Jordan Barrera
14
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Joel Romero
16
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Emilio Aristizabal
9
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Jhon Renteria
11
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Julian Bazan
4
NIG
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COL
05/10/2025
