Future Eagles Triumph Over Rwanda, Set to Face Chile
Nigeria’s Future Eagles have progressed to the classification semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, after defeating Rwanda 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. The victory secured the Future Eagles a place in the semi-finals for positions 73rd to 76th, where they will face Chile, who also advanced after winning their penalty shootout against Japan.
Nigeria took the lead in the 26th minute with a free-kick from Wisdom Boniface. Rwanda equalized in the 39th minute, and despite efforts from both teams, the match remained tied, leading to penalties.
Nigeria held their nerve in the shootout, winning 4-3 and eliminating Rwanda from the classification positions. Chile had earlier drawn 3-3 with Japan before winning 5-4 on penalties.
The upcoming match between Nigeria and Chile will determine who moves closer to a stronger finish in the tournament.
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