Nigeria qualifies for U-17 World Cup semis, first time ever

The Flamingos have advanced to the semi-finals of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup for the first time in Nigeria’s history.

Coach Bankole Olowookere named an unchanged team to face USA in the quarterfinals encounter at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai which was delayed due to adverse weather on Friday.The game ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes with goalkeeper Faith Omilana making a number of crucial saves to keep the Flamingos in the mix.

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