Golden Eaglets Thrash Benin 4-1 at WAFU-B U17 Championship as Agha Bags Hat-Trick

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets kicked off their WAFU-B U17 Championship campaign in emphatic fashion, crushing the Baby Cheetahs of Benin Republic 4-1 in Yamoussoukro on Wednesday. The five-time world champions displayed ruthless efficiency, led by a stunning hat-trick from George Agha and a breathtaking free-kick from David Edeh.

Golden Eaglets Thrash Benin 4-1 at WAFU-B U17 Championship as Agha Bags Hat-Trick

Just three minutes into the match, Boluwatife Thompson was fouled in the box, and Agha calmly slotted home the resulting penalty. Two minutes later, Edeh showcased his set-piece mastery, bending in a superb free-kick to double Nigeria’s advantage.

The Golden Eaglets were relentless, with Agha grabbing his second goal in the 14th minute after relentless pressure from Manu Garba’s boys. In the 32nd minute, Thompson and Edeh combined brilliantly before setting up Agha, who completed his hat-trick with style, capitalizing on Benin goalkeeper Warris Soumanou’s miscalculation.

Benin managed a consolation just before halftime through Jeremy Zannou’s low strike in the 45th minute, but it wasn’t enough to overshadow Nigeria’s dominance. Agha’s blistering performance earned him the MVP award.

Flying Eagles Midfielder Nasiru Salihu in action against the Aussies on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s U20 side, the Flying Eagles, also recorded success on Tuesday, defeating Australia 3-1 in a friendly clash in Santiago as they fine-tune preparations for the upcoming FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile. Midfielder Nasiru Salihu stood out with an energetic display that helped seal the win.

Nigeria’s Flying Eagles in action against Australia ahead U20 World Cup in Chile

With both youth sides in form, Nigerian football fans have every reason to be optimistic about the nation’s bright future on the global stage.

Written by Boom RadioNG