Nigeria’s Under-18 and Under-20 men’s handball teams have both secured qualification for the finals of the ongoing following impressive semi-final victories over Ghana on Friday.
The Under-18 team, coached by , delivered a dominant and disciplined performance, overwhelming their Ghanaian counterparts with a resounding 42–22 victory. The Nigerian side controlled proceedings from the outset, combining fluid attacking play with a resolute defensive setup that left Ghana with little opportunity to respond.
The emphatic win underscores the team’s consistency and strong form throughout the competition as they continue their pursuit of successfully defending their Zone 3 title.
In the Under-20 category, Nigeria, under the guidance of , demonstrated resilience and composure in a fiercely contested encounter against Ghana. The closely fought match ended 21–19 in Nigeria’s favour, with both teams exhibiting high intensity and end-to-end action. Nigeria, however, maintained their composure in the closing moments to secure a hard-earned victory.
Goalkeeper delivered a standout performance and was deservedly named Man of the Match, producing a series of crucial saves that proved decisive in the narrow win.
With both teams advancing to the finals, Nigeria is now on the verge of achieving a remarkable double triumph in the regional competition organised by the .
Attention now turns to the final matches, where the Nigerian teams will aim to cap off their impressive campaign in Lomé with gold medals, while also securing qualification for the continental phase of the IHF Trophy Africa later in the year.
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