U17 WAFU: Niger Sends Warning Signal To Eaglets After Beating Togo

U17 WAFU: Niger Sends Warning Signal To Eaglets After Beating Togo

Sampson Adedeji

The second group B game was finally held on Friday and it was the Mena of Niger that triumphed over Togo Young Sparrow, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The game was initially slated to be held on Thursday but it was postponed due to the heavy downpour.

The match began with Niger dominating and scoring within 15 minutes, taking advantage of Togo's defensive lapses. Niger extended their lead before halftime, capitalizing on a Togolese goalkeeper error.

In the second half, Togo's coach, Maurice Noutsoudje, made strategic substitutions, including Bassirou Parkouda, who scored a goal, sparking a Togolese comeback.

Despite conceding a third goal, Togo persisted, scoring a second goal and nearly equalizing.

However, their inefficiency in front of goal cost them a crucial point, allowing Niger to secure their first tournament victory.

Next, Togo faces Burkina Faso on Sunday, while Niger takes on Nigeria, who drew with Burkina Faso earlier.