Nigeria vs Senegal: Time and where to watch Flying Eagles U20 AFCON Quarterfinal

The Nigerian national under-20 football team known as the Flying Eagles , are gearing up for a thrilling quarterfinal showdown against Senegal at the 2025 CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt.

The Flying Eagles, coached by Aliyu Zubairu, have shown resilience in their journey to the quarterfinals.

Nigeria secured second place in Group B with five points after a 1-0 win over Tunisia, a goalless draw against Morocco, and a 2-2 draw with Kenya in their final group.

Despite an inconsistent group stage, the Flying Eagles are determined to add to their record seven U-20 AFCON titles.

Senegal, the Young Lions, earned their quarterfinal spot with a 2-0 victory over DR Congo in Group C, thanks to goals from Cheikh Tidiane Thiam and a late penalty by Ibrahim Dieng.

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Historically, Nigeria has dominated Senegal at this level, winning both encounters in the 2015 tournament.

The Flying Eagles now based in Ismailia for their knockout stage preparations up match will take on Senegal on Monday, May 12, 2025.

The game will kick off at 1.30 pm Nigerian Time and will be available to watch on Startimes, DSTV and CAF TV.

This match is part of an electrifying quarterfinal lineup that also features South Africa vs. Congo, Morocco vs. Sierra Leone, and hosts Egypt vs. Ghana.

With spots in the semifinals and qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025 at stake, the stakes couldn’t be higher for all eight teams vying for glory in this prestigious youth tournament.