Nigeria's strong performance in the group stage sets the stage for a formidable quarterfinal matchup
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Barcenas added another goal in the 47th minute, solidifying her position as the USA’s leading goal scorer with three goals.Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. Our thorough, researched reporting relies on the support of readers like you.The five-goal margin of victory for the United States team was the team’s second-largest in FIFA U-17 WWC history and their third-largest margin of victory in the tournament.
Forward Harmony Chidi led the team with 12 goals in qualifying, while Shakirat Moshood, the tournament’s leading scorer, tallied four goals. The U.S. outshot Nigeria 27-8 but put only three shots on goal and finished regulation tied at 1-1, ultimately losing in penalty kicks.
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