Nigeria’s U-15 Future Eagles secured a hard-fought victory over Rwanda U-15, winning 4-3 on penalties after regulation time ended 1-1 at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The young Nigerian side showed composure and determination in the shootout to emerge victorious and continue their impressive campaign in the tournament.
Defender Prosperity Samuel Anionovo of Buruj Sports Academy featured for Nigeria, gaining valuable experience on the global stage.
His participation in the prestigious tournament highlights Buruj Sports Academy’s commitment to developing talented young footballers and creating pathways to national and international football.
The Future Eagles will now turn their attention to their next fixture against Chile.
The match is scheduled for 2:00 PM in Baku, with Nigeria looking to build on their penalty-shootout success and secure another positive result as they continue their quest for glory in Azerbaijan.