The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn alongside hosts Ghana and Benin Republic in Group A of the inaugural WAFU B U-20 Cup of Nations tournament scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana.

The competition, designed to nurture young football talents across the West African sub-region, will run from Thursday, July 10 to Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

Tournament Format and Participants

Group B of the tournament will feature Cote d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Niger Republic, and Togo. According to the competition format, the top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.

For Nigeria's Flying Eagles, coached by Aliyu Zubairu, the WAFU tournament will serve as crucial preparation for the upcoming 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup scheduled to be held in Chile.

Nigeria-Ghana Rivalry

The draw sets up another chapter in the storied football rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana, with both nations looking to establish dominance in this new youth competition. The host nation advantage gives Ghana an edge, but Nigeria's Flying Eagles will be determined to make their mark as they prepare for global competition.

The WAFU B U-20 Cup of Nations represents an important platform for showcasing emerging talents from the region, with many players likely to catch the attention of scouts from clubs around the world.

Follow BenriNews for comprehensive coverage of the tournament as Nigeria's Flying Eagles take on their West African neighbors in what promises to be an exciting display of youth football.

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