FIFA U-20 World Cup
Saudi Arabia twice battled back to draw level before conceding in stoppage time in this thrilling encounter with the result ending their chances of reaching the next stage of the competition.
Well taken Nigerian goals from Nasiru Salihu and Amos Ochoche either side of a delightful Amar Al Yuhaybi dink saw a breathless opening term end 2-1 in favour of the Flying Eagles.
Six minutes after the resumption Talal Haji, on as a half-time substitute, latched on to a lofted Mohammed Barnawi ball to loop a header past Ebenezar Harcourt to restore parity for a second time.
Six minutes after the resumption Talal Haji, on as a half-time substitute, latched on to a lofted Mohammed Barnawi ball to loop a header past Ebenezar Harcourt to restore parity for a second time.
Just when things seemed headed for a draw, Nigeria were awarded a late penalty that captain Daniel Bameyi converted in the fourth minute of stoppage time.
Saudi Arabia will conclude their participation with a tie against Norway on Sunday.
Photo: FIFA via Getty Images
Saudi Arabia will conclude their participation with a tie against Norway on Sunday.
Photo: FIFA via Getty Images
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