Emmanuel Amuneke’s team recorded their fifth title triumph at the cadet tournament on Monday after defeating Mali 2-0 in an all-African final, in Vina Del Mar, Chile.
The Eaglets will embark on a triumphant journey to Abuja on Wednesday, from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
Speaking to africanFootball.com, the official said: “The Golden Eaglets will land in Abuja between 2:00pm and 3:00pm on Wednesday. The team will be on Emirates flight from Dubai.”
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Skipper Kelechi Nwakali won the tournament’s Most Valuable Player award, while striker Victor Osimhen won the Golden Ball award, for his record-breaking 10 goals.