Future Eagles Draw 3-3 With South Sudan in FIFA U-15 World Cup Opener

Nigeria’s Future Eagles began their FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival campaign with a 3-3 draw against South Sudan in Baku, Azerbaijan. The eight-a-side Group AD match was played over two 20-minute halves. Coach Patrick Bassey’s 14-man side came from behind twice to earn a point in their opening fixture. Nigeria will face Jordan and The Gambia on Sunday before completing their group matches against Cyprus and Pakistan on Monday. Group-stage results will determine the tier each team enters for the second phase of the competition.

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