Two second half goals from Salim Fago Lawal and Jude Sunday against the Italians, secured a 2-0 vital win and second round ticket for Nigeria's Flying Eagles against high riding Italians in the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina
Salim opened scoring for Nigeria in the 61st before Jude Sunday doubled the lead five minutes into stoppage time in a match played on Wednesday at the Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza, Argentina.
Ladan Bosso made just one change to the team which defeated Dominican Republic 2-1 in the opening game as Italy-based Victor Eletu was brought on for Tochukwu Nnadi in the midfield.
The Eagles after defeating the Azurrini of Italy, are now at the summit of the Group D with the maximum six points
The Azurrini, who thrashed Brazil 3-0 in their first game, are now in second position with three points
The Ladan Bosso tutored side will take on Brazil on Saturday in the final group match of the Competition
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