Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets lose 2-1 to Niger Republic in their opening game of the WAFU B U-17 Championship. Niger take the lead in the 19th minute when Abdoul Razaq Zada scores, and they add a second goal late in the match through Abdoul Rakilou in the 86th minute. Nigeria’s response is not detailed in the reports, but the result leaves the Eaglets with a losing start.
Several outlets describe defensive lapses as a factor in Nigeria’s defeat, highlighting an early goal created after a goalkeeper error following a cross into the box. The goal timing and scorers match across the coverage: Zada’s opener and Rakilou’s late strike for Niger. One report also notes the coach’s prior confidence ahead of the fixture, while additional context given around the tournament includes Niger drawing 1-1 with Côte d’Ivoire in their previous group match. The sources broadly agree on the match outcome and key scoring events, with emphasis differing between match facts and analysis of Nigeria’s defending.
