Nwakali Scores As Flying Eagles Edge Kaduna United

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The Flying Eagles defeated Nigeria National League side, Kaduna United, 3-1 in a friendly game on Tuesday as part of the Nigeria U-20 side’s preparation towards their Africa U-20 Cup of Nations qualifier against Burundi.

The first leg of qualifier comes up on Sunday May 22 in Bujumbura.

Goals from Kingsley Michael, Kelechi Nwakali and Udochukwu Anumudu secured the win for the Flying Eagles.

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Kaduna United’s only goal was scored by Ibrahim Sule.

The win was the team’s fifth in six friendly games as they intensify their buildup ahead of the game against Burundi.

In other wins, the Flying Eagles defeated Sia-One Academy 4-1, Dabo Babes 5-0, a Kaduna selected, side 6-1, FRSC Football Club 3-1 and Supreme Court FC 1-0.