Nigeria on Friday defeated Saudi Arabia 3-2 in a Group F match at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Talca, Chile.
The win earned the Flying Eagles three points and boosted their chances of reaching the Round of 16.
Nasiru Salihu opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 10th minute, but Saudi Arabia equalised in the 21st minute through Amar Alyuhaybi. Amos Ochoche restored Nigeria’s lead seven minutes before halftime, with the first half ending 2-1.
Six minutes into the second half, Talal Haji drew Saudi Arabia level again. However, Nigeria sealed victory in stoppage time when captain Daniel Bameyi converted a penalty to make it 3-2.
The result means Nigeria will qualify for the Round of 16 with at least a draw against Colombia on Monday. (NAN)