Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria: Time and where to watch Flying Eagles 2nd U-20 World Cup group game
Nigeria are set to take on Saudi Arabia in a 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup group clash.
Both teams are facing must-win scenarios following early setbacks in the tournament to determine their group stage journey which also includes Norway and Colombia.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria preview
Nigeria’s U-20 team known as the Flying Eagles earned their World Cup spot with a bronze medal at the recent African U-20 Cup of Nations.
The seven time U-20 AFCON winners who have been runners-up in the FIFA U-20 World Cup twice were among favorites coming to the 2025 edition.
The Flying Eagles were unable to start on the right note as they suffered a 1-0 loss to Norway in their opening match.
This means their upcoming game against Saudi Arabia is a must-win to keep their knockout stage hopes alive.
Head coach Aliyu Zubair is confident that his team has moved over the loss to Norway and is focused on the match against Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia on the other hand got off to a rocky start with a 1-0 loss to Colombia, putting pressure to rebound against Nigeria.
Saudi Arabia vs Nigeria Time and where
The game between Saudi Arabia and Nigeria is scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025.
The kick off is set for 12 AM Nigerian time late in the night.
It will be available on DSTV (Supersport), StarTimes, Sporty TV, FIFA PLUS and beIN SPORTS.