Even if Ladan Bosso and his Flying Eagles didn't start out as favourites, they made their way to the last eight in the 23rd edition of the U20 World Cup. The Nigerians were pitted against Argentina and its over 25,000 fans gathered at the Bicentenario stadium in San Juan. Argentina, the most successful nation in World Cup history with 7 U20 World Cups was defeated 2 0. The semi finalists of the last Africa Cup of Nations held their own in a first half dominated by Albiceleste. Their power and speed then brought the hosts to their knees. In the second half, a goal kick ended in a defensive mistake and a clear chance for Ibrahim Muhammad, who scored in the 61st minute after a nice serve by Emmanuel Umeh.

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Even if Ladan Bosso and his Flying Eagles didn't start out as favourites, they made their way to the last eight in the 23rd edition of the U20 World Cup. The Nigerians were pitted against Argentina and its over 25,000 fans gathered at the Bicentenario stadium in San Juan. Argentina, the most successful nation in World Cup history with 7 U20 World Cups was defeated 2 0. The semi finalists of the last Africa Cup of Nations held their own in a first half dominated by Albiceleste. Their power and speed then brought the hosts to their knees. In the second half, a goal kick ended in a defensive mistake and a clear chance for Ibrahim Muhammad, who scored in the 61st minute after a nice serve by Emmanuel Umeh.