Nigeria, March 12 -- Nigeria's emerging handball team showcased sheer determination and tactical brilliance in a match that will be remembered for its thrilling turnaround at the 2025 IHF Men's Emerging Nations Championship.

Despite facing a formidable United States side, fresh from their 26th-place finish at the IHF Men's World Championship and loaded with experienced talents like Pal Merkovszky and Andrew Donlin, the African giants refused to back down.

Trailing early, the Nigerian side mounted a spirited comeback, driven by standout performances from goalkeeper Obinna Okwor and the influential Faruk Yusuf.

The contest culminated in a nail-biting 31-31 draw, a result that now positions Nigeria as a force to be reckoned with in Group ...