President Tinubu Congratulates Flying Eagles on AFCON U20 2025 Performance and FIFA U20 World Cup Qualification

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has congratulates the Flying Eagles, Nigeria’s U20 men’s football team, for qualifying for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile 2025 despite a 1-0 semi-final loss to South Africa at the AFCON U20 tournament in Egypt, highlighting their achievement of securing one of Africa’s four World Cup spots through a prior shootout win against Senegal.

“The Flying Eagles have once again demonstrated the strength and talent of Nigerian football on the continental stage. Their journey through the AFCON U20 tournament was nothing short of inspiring, and their qualification for the FIFA U20 World Cup is a testament to their hard work, discipline, and dedication,” President Tinubu stated.

The President commended the coaching staff, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and all stakeholders who contributed to the team’s success, emphasizing the importance of continued support for youth football development in Nigeria.

I congratulate our U20 men’s football team, the Flying Eagles, for their terrific run at the AFCON U20 2025 tournament in Egypt and qualifying for the FIFA U20 World Cup later this year in Chile.

You did Nigeria proud despite tonight's semi-final loss! Keep your head up.

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— Bola Ahmed Tinubu (@officialABAT) May 15, 2025