2026 U-17 WWC: Busari Hails Flamingos After Historic Victory Over Japan
Nigeria's U-17 national football team, the Flamingos, have achieved a historic victory in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan's Little Nadeshiko. The team's head coach, Akeem Busari, praised his players for their outstanding performance that led to a 2-1 win.
The Flamingos started their tournament with a 2-1 loss to Poland but bounced back with six consecutive victories, securing their maiden title.
Busari's commendation highlighted the team's determination and fighting spirit throughout the competition. This victory made history, as Nigeria became the first team to lose their opening match and still lift the prestigious FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.
Speaking to the media after the match, Busari expressed his pride in the players' efforts. "We came together to fight this battle like gladiators. I told the players that if we gave everything, we would smile at the end," he said.
- Nigeria's U-17 national football team, the Flamingos, triumphed in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan's Little Nadeshiko.
- Flamingos' head coach Akeem Busari praised his players for their outstanding performance that led to a 2-1 win.
- The Flamingos started the tournament with a 2-1 loss to Poland but bounced back with six consecutive victories, securing their maiden title.
- Busari highlighted the team's determination and fighting spirit throughout the competition.
- This victory made history, as Nigeria became the first team to lose their opening match and still lift the prestigious FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.
- Speaking to the media after the match, Busari expressed his pride in the players' efforts. "We came together to fight this battle like gladiators. I told the players that if we gave everything, we would smile at the end," he said.
Nigeria's U-17 National Team Wins Historic FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
Nigeria's U-17 national football team, the Flamingos, have achieved a historic win in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan's Little Nadeshiko. Flamingos' head coach, Akeem Busari, praised his players for their outstanding performance that led to a 2-1 win.The Flamingos started the tournament with a 2-1 loss to Poland but bounced back with six consecutive victories, securing their maiden title.
Busari highlighted the team's determination and fighting spirit throughout the competition. Speaking to the media after the match, Busari expressed his pride in the players' efforts. "We came together to fight this battle like gladiators. I told the players that if we gave everything, we would smile at the end," he said.
Nigeria's U-17 National Team Secures Historic FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Victory
Nigeria's U-17 national football team, the Flamingos, have achieved a historic win in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan's Little Nadeshiko. Flamingos' head coach, Akeem Busari, praised his players for their outstanding performance that led to a 2-1 win.The Flamingos started the tournament with a 2-1 loss to Poland but bounced back with six consecutive victories, securing their maiden title.
Busari highlighted the team's determination and fighting spirit throughout the competition. Speaking to the media after the match, Busari expressed his pride in the players' efforts. "We came together to fight this battle like gladiators. I told the players that if we gave everything, we would smile at the end," he said.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
