FIFA U-17 World Cup: Nigeria to play Mexico in friendly

The Flamingos secured their place in the tournament by defeating Liberia and Nigeria are one of 16 countries competing in the World Cup, which runs from October 16 to November 3.

The NFF update shows that Flamingos will face Mexico in an international friendly before the tournament and Mexico proposes a friendly with Nigeria in the Santo Domingo draw.

In the competition, Nigeria is placed in Group A along with New Zealand, Ecuador and the host country, the Dominican Republic.

Nigeria will kick off their campaign against New Zealand on October 16, followed by a match against Ecuador on October 19 and conclude the group stage with a match against the Dominican Republic on October 22.