In the ranking table by the world football governing body, the Nigerian team still maintained the 1,498.93 it had in June.
“We struggled with the bat but I am more impressed with our bowling.’’
“Nigeria will play a placement match against Republic of Congo on Tuesday at 7 p.m.’’
“This is the worst team we have produced for the nation’s cup.’’
Nigeria lost their opening game to Egypt 0-3 and Cameroon did the same to Egypt 2-3.
Nigeria’s opening World Cup match will hold against Canada on July 21.
The team, which will be making their third appearance at the event, has a squad with a good blend of youth and experience.
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles on Wednesday beat hosts Egypt 1-0 in their second match at the ongoing Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Some of the regular faces that played during the Olympics are missing on the Nigerian team, having gone back to playing the NBAs.
