Flying Eagles land in Santiago for Argentina showdown

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have touched down in Santiago, Chile, ahead of their Round of 16 clash with Argentina at the ongoing 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

The crucial encounter is set for Wednesday night at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, with kickoff scheduled for 8:30 p.m. Nigerian time.

Nigeria set for tough knockout battle

Nigeria secured their place in the knockout stages after a tense 1-1 draw with Colombia in Talca on Monday morning, a result that confirmed their advancement as one of the best third-placed teams.

Aliyu Zubairu’s boys played all three of their group-stage matches in Talca and will now face a sterner test against a dominant Argentine side in Santiago.

Familiar foes reunite

The fixture revives memories of the previous U-20 World Cup, where the Flying Eagles stunned hosts Argentina 2-0 in the Round of 16.

Zubairu’s men will aim to replicate that feat as they chase a quarter-final ticket and continue Nigeria’s quest for a maiden U-20 World Cup title.