The Flamingos of Nigeria have emerged as champions of the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup, defeating Togo 4-0 in the final held in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. This victory marks a perfect campaign for Nigeria, having won all five matches in the tournament. The team's impressive performance was capped off by a dominant display in the final, with Captain Chidera Harmony scoring twice from penalty spots before halftime.
Chidera Harmony opened the scoring in the 15th minute and converted another penalty in the 35th minute, giving Nigeria a 2-0 lead at halftime. The Flamingos continued to control the game after the restart, with Oluebube Umejiaku increasing their lead in the 67th minute. Despite Togo's efforts to create a response, Nigeria maintained pressure and secured a 4-0 victory with a goal from Oluwakemi Adegbuyi in the 90th minute.
The 4-0 victory over Togo gives Nigeria a boost ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Coach Hakeem Busari and his team will look to build on their regional performance and make an impact on the global stage. The team's success in the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup has provided valuable experience and preparation for the upcoming FIFA tournament.
Acting General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, Emmanuel Ikpeme, praised the players and officials for their success in the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup. He described the team's five victories as a major achievement, highlighting the quality and determination of the players. Ikpeme also commended WAFU-B for organizing the competition, which provided important preparation for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The Flamingos' victory in the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup is a significant achievement, especially considering their bronze medal finish in the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The team's success is expected to inspire confidence and momentum ahead of the upcoming FIFA tournament in Morocco. The players are set to return to Nigeria on Tuesday, following their triumph in Côte d’Ivoire.
The WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup has provided a crucial platform for teams to prepare for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The tournament has given teams valuable experience and exposure, which will be beneficial in the global competition. Nigeria's victory is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication, and they will look to make a strong impact in Morocco.
With their impressive performance in the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup, the Flamingos have made Nigeria proud, according to Emmanuel Ikpeme. The team's success has demonstrated their potential and ability to compete at a high level. As they prepare for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, the Flamingos will look to build on their momentum and make a lasting impact on the global stage.
Key points
- The Flamingos won all five matches in the tournament, completing a perfect campaign.
- Captain Chidera Harmony scored twice from penalty spots in the final.
- The team's victory provides valuable experience and preparation for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
