Flying Eagles' striker, Umar Aminu has expressed happiness after scoring a brace in Nigeria's Group B encounter against DR Congo on Saturday.
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The Nigerian side who only needed a draw to progress to the semifinals of the ongoing Africa Youth Championship (AYC) in Algeria defeated DR Congo 3-1 at the Ahmed Zabana Stadium, Oran.
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Skipper Abduljeleel Ajagun opened scoring for the Nigerians in the 33rd minute via a penalty.
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Aminu, who was given the nod to start against DR Congo as first-choice striker, Olarenwaju Kayode could not play due to suspension, netted in the 38th and 46th minute respectively to condemn the Congolese side to defeat.
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Nigeria have also qualified for the 2013 Fifa Under 20 World Cup in Turkey which will kick off in June.
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Aminu, 19, who plays for Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club, Wikki Tourists was in cloud nine while speaking in an interview.
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"I thank God that I made good use of the chance given to me by my coach (Obuh) and I want to continue to score as I believe we would win this championship again," he said.
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Nigeria, who are the defending champions will face Egypt on Tuesday in their semifinal duel.
The two crucials goals made me very happy being that that is what i will Suasez. He would really hit Africa