2026 U-17 WWC: FIFA President Praises Flamingos, Japan, and DPR Korea
Nigerian football team, the Flamingos, have become the first African nation to win the prestigious FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup after defeating Japan's Little Nadeshiko 2-1 in the final match held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat.
Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku gave Nigeria a commanding 2-0 lead before Fuki Ito scored for Japan in a consolation goal.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to commend the Nigerian girls for their hard work and dedication, which led to their historic victory.
"Congratulations to Nigeria, world champion U-17 Women's World Cup of FIFA here in Rabat," Infantino said. "First African team to ever win a FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup - so many congratulations to Nigeria. Well deserved in the final."
Infantino also praised Japan and DPR Korea for finishing second and third respectively, and commended Morocco for hosting a successful tournament.
- The Nigerian team's win marks a significant achievement for African football, as they become the first team from the continent to lift the prestigious FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.
- Japan's Little Nadeshiko finished second, while DPR Korea secured third place at the tournament.
- Morocco, the host nation, was commended for successfully organizing the event.
Nigerian Girls' Team Triumphs at FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup
The Nigerian girls' football team, the Flamingos, have emerged victorious at the FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup, becoming the first African team to win the prestigious tournament.
The triumphant team defeated Japan's Little Nadeshiko 2-1 in the final match held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat.
Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Omolabi Oluwatobiloba secured Nigeria's victory, while Japan's Fuki Ito netted a consolation goal for her team.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to commend the Nigerian girls for their hard work and dedication, as they become the first team from Africa to win the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.
Japan's Little Nadeshiko finished in second place, while the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) secured third place at the tournament.
Morocco, the host nation, was praised for successfully organizing the event.
Nigerian Girls' Football Team Triumphs at FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup
The Nigerian girls' football team, the Flamingos, have emerged victorious in the FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup, marking the first time an African team has won the prestigious tournament.
The triumphant team defeated Japan's Little Nadeshiko 2-1 in the final match held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat.
Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Omolabi Oluwatobiloba led Nigeria to victory, while Japan's Fuki Ito netted a consolation goal for her team.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to commend the Nigerian girls for their hard work and dedication, marking them as the first team from Africa to win the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.
Japan's Little Nadeshiko finished in second place, while the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) secured third place at the tournament.
Morocco, the host nation, was praised for successfully organizing the event.
Nigerian Girls' Football Team Triumphs at FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup
The Nigerian girls' football team, the Flamingos, have emerged victorious in the FIFA Women's U-17 World Cup, marking the first time an African team has won the prestigious tournament.
The triumphant team defeated Japan's Little Nadeshiko 2-1 in the final match held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat on Saturday night.
Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Omolabi Oluwatobiloba led Nigeria to victory, while Japan's Fuki Ito scored a consolation goal for her team.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino took to social media to commend the Nigerian girls for their hard work and dedication, making them the first team
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
