Nigeria have taken a surprise early lead against England in their FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Round of 16 clash in Poland. The Falconets struck in the seventh minute, with T. Rafiu finding the breakthrough to put Nigeria 1-0 ahead. England, who finished second in Group B behind Brazil, are facing a Nigerian side that also advanced from Group F in second place after a 10-1 victory over New Caledonia in their final group match. With the match still in the first half, Nigeria are holding their advantage as they seek to eliminate the Young Lionesses and reach the quarter-finals.
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