Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos display dominance with a 3-1 victory over South Africa’s U17 girls in their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier. The Nigerian youngsters delivered a strong performance, outclassing their opponents and taking a crucial step toward securing a World Cup ticket.
The Flamingos wasted no time in asserting their presence, breaking the deadlock in the 20th minute through S. Moshood, who finished off a well worked attacking move. The momentum remained with Nigeria, and just before halftime, they doubled their lead when H. Chidi confidently converted a penalty in the 41st minute, putting the visitors in full control at the break.
South Africa came out determined in the second half and found a response in the 48th minute, as Malebana pulled one back, giving the home side a glimmer of hope. However, any chances of a comeback were crushed in the 67th minute, when Chidi struck again to seal her brace and restore Nigeria’s two goal cushion.
The Flamingos’ victory not only gives them a crucial advantage in the tie but also underlines their readiness for the World Cup stage. With clinical finishing, solid defense, and tactical discipline, the Nigerian girls proved their strength against a spirited South African side.
With the return leg still to come, the Flamingos will look to finish the job and secure their place at the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. If this performance is anything to go by, Nigeria’s young stars are on course for another impressive global campaign.
The focus now shifts to the second leg, where Nigeria will aim to build on this victory and ensure qualification. Can they maintain their dominance and punch their ticket to the U17 Women’s World Cup? The stage is set for another encounter.
