Flamingos Clinch U17 Women's World Cup Spot After Defeating Liberia
Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, have qualified for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. The Flamingos secured their spot by defeating Liberia 2-0 in the second leg of their final qualifying match at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on June 14, 2024.
Harmony Chidi scored both goals, one in the 4th minute and another in the 63rd minute, following their earlier 4-1 victory in Monrovia on June 9, 2024. With a total score of 6-1 over both matches, Nigeria successfully earned their place in the World Cup.
Coach Bankole Olowookere emphasized that their primary goal was to secure a spot in the World Cup and make Nigeria proud. He stated, Our target is to secure a ticket and represent the country in the Dominican Republic.
The Flamingos are now preparing for the U17 Women’s World Cup, which will be held from October 10 to November 3, 2024.
Editorial
The Flamingos’ qualification for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup is a remarkable achievement that highlights the strength and potential of Nigeria's youth football programs. Their dominant performance against Liberia, culminating in a 6-1 aggregate victory, showcases their skill and determination.
Harmony Chidi’s stellar performance, scoring both goals in the decisive match, exemplifies the talent within the team. Chidi's contributions have been pivotal, and her ability to deliver in crucial moments bodes well for the Flamingos as they prepare for the World Cup in Colombia.
Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, have qualified for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Colombia. The Flamingos secured their spot by defeating Liberia 2-0 in the second leg of their final qualifying match at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on June 14, 2024.
Harmony Chidi scored both goals, one in the 4th minute and another in the 63rd minute, following their earlier 4-1 victory in Monrovia on June 9, 2024. With a total score of 6-1 over both matches, Nigeria successfully earned their place in the World Cup.
Coach Bankole Olowookere emphasized that their primary goal was to secure a spot in the World Cup and make Nigeria proud. He stated, Our target is to secure a ticket and represent the country in the Dominican Republic.
The Flamingos are now preparing for the U17 Women’s World Cup, which will be held from October 10 to November 3, 2024.
Editorial
The Flamingos’ qualification for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup is a remarkable achievement that highlights the strength and potential of Nigeria's youth football programs. Their dominant performance against Liberia, culminating in a 6-1 aggregate victory, showcases their skill and determination.
Harmony Chidi’s stellar performance, scoring both goals in the decisive match, exemplifies the talent within the team. Chidi's contributions have been pivotal, and her ability to deliver in crucial moments bodes well for the Flamingos as they prepare for the World Cup in Colombia.