Okpebholo Hails Flamingos World Cup Qualification, Hands Relief Materials To Fire Victims
He praised the team’s 3-1 win over Brazil and urged Nigerians to back the Flamingos as they chase a first World Cup title.
- On Wednesday, Nigeria's U-17 women's national football team, the Flamingos, defeated Brazil 3-1 to reach their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final in Morocco.
- This victory marks the first time an African team has reached the competition's final, representing a significant milestone for African Football and continental pride.
- Queen Joseph opened the scoring in the 56th minute, while Awawu Bashiru struck twice in the 71st and 80th minutes; Brazil scored a late consolation in the 89th minute.
- President Bola Tinubu commended the squad's dedication, while Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo urged the players to remain focused and confident as they prepare for the final.
- The Flamingos face Japan on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco, with CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirming he will attend the final match.
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Africa: CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe Congratulates Nigeria's 'Flamingos' Following Their Historic Qualification to the Final of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026
The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF") Dr Patrice Motsepe has congratulated Nigeria Women's U-17 National Team after they qualified for the Final of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026.
Tinubu urges Flamingos to win World Cup final - NewsTmes.com.ng
President Bola Tinubu has thrown the full weight of the nation behind Nigeria’s Flamingos, congratulating the U-17 women’s team on their 3-1 semi-final win over Brazil and challenging them to go one step further by beating Japan in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The President delivered the message …
FIFA U17 Graphic Sparks Flamingos-Japan Final Controversy
FIFA’s official social media graphic ahead of the Nigeria vs Japan final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerian football supporters, with many questioning why the Flamingos’ player was positioned upside down while Japan’s representative appeared upright. The graphic, published ahead of Saturday’s historic showdown in Morocco, features […] <p>The post FIFA Graphic Sparks Controversy as Nigerians React t…
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