In a surprising turn of events, Nigeria’s under-20 team, the Flying Eagles, suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Burkina Faso in their opening match of the 2024 WAFU Zone B Championship. The match, which marked the start of the competition, saw the young Nigerians struggle to find their rhythm as their Burkinabe counterparts capitalized on a crucial opportunity to secure victory.

Despite a spirited effort from the Flying Eagles, Burkina Faso’s resilient defence and well-timed goal handed them the win, leaving Nigeria with work to do as they look ahead to their next fixtures.