The Nigerian embassy in Burundi says the victory of the Under-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, over its Burundian counterpart in a 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Bujumbura is still the talk of town.
In a letter addressed to Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick, the embassy acknowledged the letter of appreciation from the NFF and then wrote that “indeed, the presence of Nigeria U-20 Flying Eagles in Burundi has further strengthened the long existing relationship between Nigeria and Burundi.
“This was clearly exemplified by the massive support the team got from the Burundian fans in the stadium during the match that Nigeria defeated the host 1-0.
“The technical formation and discipline of the players on the pitch is still the talk of the town and we are very pleased to be associated with this development.
“We wish the team and the NFF the very best in their future endeavours.”
Chukwudi Agor’s second half strike gave Nigeria victory in a match the Flying Eagles dominated.
Both teams will clash in the return leg at the UJ Esuene Stadium, Calabar on Saturday, June 11.
