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FIFA U20 World Cup table and top scorers after Nigeria secured win to qualify for the knockout stage

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria have booked their spot in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Under 20 World Cup in Argentina, following their well deserved 2-0 victory over Italy Under 20 national team on Wednesday night.

Ladan Bosso led Flying Eagles of Nigeria have been fantastic since the beginning of the tournament, and they were able to prove themselves again on Wednesday night, as they defeated Italy Under 20 national team convincingly.

Nigeria Under 20 national team head coach Ladan Bosso started his best players against Italy Under 20 national team, and they were able to perform excellently in the game.

Goals from Lawal Salim Fago, and Sunday Jude gave the Flying Eagles of Nigeria a remarkable 2-0 victory over Italy Under 20 national team.

The victory over Italy Under 20 national team means the Flying Eagles of Nigeria have now won all their two matches, and they have progressed to the knockout stage of the competition.

Nigeria Under 20 national team are currently at the top spot of their group table with 6 points from 2 matches played, Brazil Under 20 national team are in the second spot, and Italy Under 20 national team are in the third spot, while Dominican Republic Under 20 national team are in the 4th spot with no point.

Marcos Leonardo is currently the highest goal scorer with 3 goals, and Cesare Casadei, Adama Bojang, Mate Szolgai and Alejo Velis have 2 goals each, while Savio has one goal.

The Flying Eagles of Nigeria will be playing against Brazil Under 20 national team in their next game, while Italy Under 20 national team will be playing against Dominican Republic Under 20 national team.