Nigeria’s U-23 national team, the Olympic Eagles, continued their preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers with a convincing 3-1 victory over NNL side Grassrunners FC in their second friendly at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne.

The encounter saw noticeable improvements in the team’s tactical organisation, technical quality and overall performance as the squad intensifies preparations for its upcoming Olympic qualifier against DR Congo.

Muiz Adeleke opened the scoring for the Olympic Eagles in the 11th minute to give the team an early advantage.

Habila Simeon doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 56th minute before Jude Otowowor added the third nine minutes later to put the hosts firmly in control.

Grassrunners FC pulled one back through Akani Fadel in the 82nd minute, but the Olympic Eagles held on to secure a 3-1 victory.

The result marks another positive step for the team as preparations continue, with the technical crew focused on improving the squad’s sharpness, cohesion and readiness for the challenge against DR Congo.