Nigeria U20 vs Colombia U20 World Cup Review Nigeria Avances to the Knockout stage.

The flying eagles of Nigeria faced off against Colombia on Sunday, 5 October 2025 at 20:00 local time at Estadio Fiscal de Talca in Talca, Chile. This was the third and final match of the group stages for both teams.

This was a crucial Group F fixture where both teams were aiming for maximum points to strengthen their chances of advancing past the group stage.

Nigeria U20: Background & World Cup Record

Nigeria’s U20 team is historically one of the strongest African contingents in this age category. They’ve made 14 appearances in the U-20 World Cup out of 24 possible tournaments as of 2025. Their best finishes include Runners-up (Finals) in 1989 and 2005, Third place in 1985, and multiple Quarter-final appearances. In recent editions, Nigeria has been strong but inconsistent sometimes exiting in the Round of 16 or Quarter-finals.

Colombia U20: Background & Key Info

Colombia U20 is also a regular participant in South American youth tournaments and has produced many stars. In South American U20 (CONMEBOL) championships, Colombia has strong pedigree, using it as a platform to qualify for U-20 World Cups. Although they are not usually favorites on the global stage, Colombia’s youth sides often bring technical flair, discipline, and tactical organization.

Group F Standings & What that means

U20 world cup group F standings

The match was part of group F, which includes Nigeria, Colombia, Norway, and Saudi Arabia. Nigeria narrowly lost their first match to Norway but bounced back with a win against Saudi Arabia in what was an entertaining 5-goal thriller. The draw with Colombia brought them to 4 points.

On the other hand, Colombia won their opener against Saudi Arabia through a solitary goal and they went on to draw their second match against Norway.

As it stands Colombia currently top the group but are on points with Norway, both with 4 points and an identical goal difference. Colombia have a superior head-to head record and therefore Norway have to settle for second spot.

Knockout Stages

Nigeria have made it to the knockout stages as one of the best third-placed teams across all the groups. Nigeria u20 will have a very challenging test where they will face off with Argentina u20 in the knockout stage of this world cup. Argentina have won all three of their group stage matches and 6 times winners of the u20 World Cup.