Golden Eaglets Land in Burkina Faso for U17 Championship
Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have arrived in Burkina Faso ahead of the 2026 WAFU-B U17 Championship, which starts on October 10. The team departed Abuja on Tuesday and reached Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, where they will compete from October 10 to 23.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed their arrival via social media on Wednesday. The Eaglets are focused on making a strong impression at the tournament, which serves as a crucial platform for Nigeria’s junior national team to test their skills against other top youth teams in the region.
Their participation follows an intensive preparation period aimed at building a balanced squad. The tournament is expected to feature strong competition from other West African nations, with Nigeria’s rich history in youth football adding pressure to perform.
The coaching staff will evaluate player development and identify potential future stars for Nigeria’s youth football ambitions.
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