Nigeria’s Future Eagles have recorded their second consecutive draw at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan after a 2-2 encounter against Jordan.
Nigeria came from behind to earn a point, having earlier drawn 3-3 with South Sudan in their opening game.
*Nigeria 2-2 Jordan*
24′ – Timothy Ijach (Nigeria)
29′ – Zinedine Abushaer (Jordan)
37′ – Abdelrahman Khear (Jordan)
40+2′ – Abdulrazak Mufutau (Nigeria)
The result leaves the Future Eagles still searching for their first win at the inaugural tournament.
Buruj Sports Academy defender Prosperity Samuel Anionovo featured for Nigeria, marking his second appearance at the competition.
Buruj Sports Academy described his involvement on the international stage as a proud moment and a testament to the importance of grassroots football development in nurturing young Nigerian talents.
The academy congratulated Anionovo and the entire Future Eagles squad for their fighting spirit.
Nigeria will next face The Gambia by 4:30 p.m. WAT as they aim for their first victory of the tournament.