Nigeria and Colombia are on a collision course in Group F and both sides are warming up with high-stakes friendlies.
The countdown is almost over. The FIFA U20 World Cup Chile 2025 kicks off this weekend.
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Two of Group F’s headline acts Nigeria’s Flying Eagles and Colombia’s Los Cafeteros, are fine-tuning their preparations with final test games.
Nigeria lock horns with Australia later today in what promises to be a stern rehearsal, while Colombia battle Mexico in another fiery warm-up clash.
The friendlies are the last chance for both coaches to iron out weaknesses before the big stage.
And make no mistake, all eyes are already on October 5, when Nigeria and Colombia face each other in Santiago. It’s the showdown fans can’t wait for.
Flying Eagles’ Group F Schedule
Sept 29: Nigeria U-20 vs Norway U-20
Oct 2: Nigeria U-20 vs Saudi Arabia U-20
Oct 5: Nigeria U-20 vs Colombia U-20
Meanwhile, Colombia have officially dropped their 21-man squad list — and it’s stacked with talent. Arsenal youngster Alexei Rojas brings European polish between the sticks, Aston Villa defender Yeimar Mosquera adds steel at the back, while Botafogo winger Jordan Barrera and Sarmiento’s Jhon Rentería promise flair going forward.
Homegrown stars also shine through, with Carlos Sarabia (Millonarios), Juan Arizala (Independiente Medellín), and Elkin Rivero (Atlético Nacional) among the local names to watch. It’s a squad that blends youth academy gems with rising exports making waves abroad.
For the Flying Eagles, the message is clear: sharpen up now, because Group F is no easy ride.
Nigeria versus Colombia is shaping up to be one of the early blockbusters of Chile 2025.
