Nigeria U-17 boys got off on a brilliant start in the WAFU B U-17 championship following an emphatic win over Benin Republic on Wednesday afternoon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The Golden Eaglets ease past the young Benin Republic side 4-1 at the Stade du Lycée Scientifique, Côte d'Ivoire.
George Agha converted a penalty in the 4th minute after Boluwatife Thompson was fouled.
Skipper David Edeh fired a free kick home two minutes later following a foul on Boluwatife Thompson to put Nigeria in cruise control.
George Agha made it three for the Golden Eaglets, turning home a cross from the right-hand side by Sadiq Salihu in 14 minutes. His second of the game.
George Agha completed his hat-trick after some fine work from Boluwatife Thompson before an assist by David Edeh.
Jeremy Zannou hit a low drive into the net to give Benin Republic a consolation in the 45th minute.
The Golden Eaglets will play Burkina Faso for top spot in Group B on Saturday.
The five-time world champions are chasing another title as the tournament also serves as qualifiers for the 2025 AFCON U17 and the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar.
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