Nigeria wins FIFA U-17 World cup and sets new records

The final kicked off with tension high on both sides. After 5mins of play Nigeria broke out on a counter attack with Yahaya left to kick in the ball before Mexico, Aguerro kicked the ball in resulting in an own goal. The Mexicans enjoyed the early share of possession and they Made Alampasu work effectively in goal. Yahaya could have made it two before being denialed by the cross bar in another counter attacking move. Nigeria ended the better Team at half time. Read more after the cut
The Mexicans have been dangerous with set pieces with Alampasu saving to close headers. The most effective players in the fisrt half are, Yahaya, Alampasu, Dias and Rodriguez.
The Mexicans started better in the 2nd half but they soon found themselves behind after an outside shot from Musa Muhammad was pushed back for a rebound kick which was well delivered by Kelechi Iheanacho to make it 2 goals for Nigeria. The Mexicans pressed forward to get a goal but the Eaglets were stronger in defence and they converted their play to possessive football. On the 80th minute a foul at the edge of the box was spotted by the Referee. Musa Muhammad filled with confidence converted the ball directly into the box to get a 3rd goal for Nigeria. Its 4 titles for Nigeria on Asian soil its another proud record. Alampasu desrves the Man of the match award.Nigeria has also set the record for higest goals scored by a team in the U-17 World Cup, scoring an all time high 26 goals. All hail the Eaglets. Up Nigeria. Manu Garba won this trophy as a player and as a coach. Time to be a Nigerian, PROUD ONE