Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu has said his team has their sight on the ultimate prize at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations after qualifying for the World Cup.

Nigeria will do battle with the Amajita of South Africa in a semi-final fixture at the Suez Canal Stadium, Ismailia on Thursday.

Zubairu said they will do their best to win the trophy for a record extending eighth time.

“We will do everything to bring the trophy back home,”;; Zubairu said ahead of the game.

“We’re going fully for the trophy after we secured our place at the World Cup.”;;

The gaffer also claimed he has a deep knowledge of the South African team.

“I was at the stadium and watched South Africa against DR Congo,”;; he added.

“We therefore have a good idea of how they play.”;;