Nigeria U-17 women win World Cup in Morocco
The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in the final, securing a historic title for Nigerian women's football.
Nigeria's U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, have won the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco. They beat Japan 2-1 in the final match. Oluebube Umejiaku and Awawu Bashiru scored for Nigeria, while Fuki Ito scored for Japan.
Japan's coach, Sadayoshi Shirai, acknowledged Nigeria's speed and physical strength as key factors in the defeat. He stated that the Flamingos managed to break through their defence at moments when they got in behind. Shirai also noted that his players fought hard but struggled to cope with Nigeria's power.
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, congratulated the team on their triumph. First Lady Mrs Tinubu also celebrated the victory, calling it a reflection of the team's resilience and commitment. Nigeria reached the final after defeating Brazil in the semi-finals.
Why it mattersThe Nigerian U-17 women's football team has achieved a historic World Cup victory, bringing pride to the nation.