Nigeria U-18 Handball Team Thrash Burkina Faso In Tournament Opener

Nigeria U-18 Handball Team Thrash Burkina Faso In Tournament Opener

Sampson Adedeji 

Nigeria’s Under-18 men’s handball team began their campaign at the IHF Trophy Africa Zone 3 in emphatic fashion, securing a dominant 48–22 victory over Burkina Faso in Lomé, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Nigerian side delivered a commanding performance from the outset, showcasing superior attacking efficiency and defensive discipline to overwhelm their opponents. 

Their fast-paced play and clinical finishing ensured a comfortable lead by halftime, which they extended further in the second half.

Burkina Faso struggled to contain Nigeria’s relentless offense, with the team capitalising on turnovers and fast breaks to pile on the goals. The wide margin of victory underlines Nigeria’s intent as they aim for a strong outing in the competition.

The win puts Nigeria in a solid position early in the tournament, boosting confidence ahead of their subsequent fixtures as they continue their quest for continental qualification and honours.