Nigeria's Flying Eagles seek WAFU B U-20 revenge against Burkina Faso in Sunday final
Nigeria's Flying Eagles face Burkina Faso in Sunday's WAFU B U-20 Championship final, aiming to avenge a 2-0 group-stage loss and claim a third straight regional title. Victory would also secure qualification for the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Ghana. Burkina Faso enter the match unbeaten in the tournament, having beaten Nigeria earlier and defeated Togo and Niger en route to the final. Coach Abdul Maikaba says the team has studied Burkina Faso's weaknesses and will capitalize on its own strengths, expecting key players like Abdulmuiz Adeleke, Oraro Lucky, Habila Simeon and goalkeeper Clinton Lawani to shine. Nigeria previously won the WAFU B U-20 trophy in 2022 and 2024, while Burkina Faso is chasing its first-ever title in the competition. The winner takes the regional crown and the automatic berth to Ghana next year, making the match high-stakes for both sides. With revenge, redemption and continental qualification on the line, which team's preparation and composure will prevail in this West African heavyweight clash?