Gambia Create Upset, Defeat France to Reach Round of 16 at FIFA U20 World Cup

• Gambia stunned France at the ongoing FIFA U20 World Cup as the Africans caused a major upset
• The Young Scorpions join the Flying Eagles of Nigeria to advance to the competition's next round
• France remain bottom of Group F, which has South Korea and Honduras, ahead of the last games

West African nation, Gambia created an upset at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup, following a 2-1 win over tournament favourites, France.

The Gambian side is the second African team to advance to the next round of the competition after the Flying Eagles of Nigeria.

Against all odds, the Young Scorpions proved their mettle, outplaying their French counterparts and maintaining their 100 percent run at the tournament.

The Gambians continued to pile the pressure on in the early stages, and their efforts paid off in the 13th minute when defender, Tanguy Zoukrou deflected Adama Bodjang’s shot into his own net, ESPN reports.

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In the second half, the African team had the chance to extend their lead after Jobe was brought down in the French danger area, costing his side a penalty.

Gambia’s captain, Alagie Saine was denied by French goalkeeper, Yann Lienard after attempting to redeem himself.

The missed penalty proved to be a regretful moment for the Young Scorpions, as France equalised four minutes later through a strike from Wilson Odobert.

Mamin Sanyang restored Gambia’s lead in the 68th minute after he maneuvered past the French defence before unleashing a powerful shot that beat Lienard.

France mounted intense pressure to get back into the game, but the Africans were resolute and managed to escape with the precious win. It ended Gambia 2-1 France.

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Sports Brief also reported that Nigeria's Flying Eagles have advanced to the Round of 16 at the FIFA U20 World Cup in Argentina.

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The west African nation defeated Italy 2-0 in Mendoza on Wednesday night, May 24, after producing a superb display.

Going into this game, the Flying Eagles and Italy both won their first ties in this competition, making things more gripping.