Flamingos
Nigeria's Under 17 women's national football team
2026 CAF Awards: Adegbuyi, Akekoromowei, Uzoma, Super Falcons get nominations
The nominations for the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards have been released, with Nigeria securing representation across several categories.
Brazil vs Nigeria: Flamingos Target Historic First FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Final | Preview, Predicted XI, Key Players and How to Watch Live
Nigeria's Flamingos are one victory away from their first FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final as they prepare to face Brazil on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. With four consecutive wins, a resilient defence and key players including Jane Ijirigho, Oluebube Umejiaku, Oluwakemi Adegbuyi and Favour Nkwocha, can Akeem Busari's side overcome Brazil's attacking threat and make history in Morocco?
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026: Japan, DPR Korea, Brazil and Nigeria Flamingos Reach Semi-finals
Japan, four-time champions DPR Korea, Brazil and Nigeria have reached the semi-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026. Here is how each team reached the last four and their best performances in the tournament’s history.
Nigeria Flamingos beat Venezuela with late Oduntan penalty to reach 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup semi-finals
Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated Venezuela 1-0 in the quarter-finals, recording a historic fourth victory in regular time at a single edition of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. They will face Brazil on 4 November for a place in the final.
Nigeria vs Venezuela: Flamingos Name Starting XI for 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup Quarter-Final
Nigeria face Venezuela in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, with a semi-final place at stake. Coach Akeem Busari has named the same starting XI that defeated Mexico 2-1, while Venezuela coach Dayana Frias has made changes after their 1-0 win over Germany. The winner will face either China PR or Brazil in the semi-finals.
Nigeria vs Venezuela U17: Flamingos Preview, How to Watch Live, Predicted XI | 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria take on Venezuela on Sunday, 1 November, in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. After consecutive wins over DPR Korea and Mexico, the Flamingos must overcome a Venezuelan side that eliminated Germany to reach the last eight. Victory would send Nigeria into their first semi-final since 2022 and set a new record for regular-time wins in a single edition.
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria Face Venezuela, Ghana Draw Japan in Quarter-Finals
Nigeria and Ghana have discovered their opponents for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup quarter-finals. The Flamingos face Venezuela, while the Black Maidens meet Japan on Sunday, 1 November.
Nigeria Flamingos Beat Mexico 2-1 to Reach FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals
Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated Mexico 2-1 in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Oluebube Umejiaku and Mary Dunstan scored before Emily Delgado pulled one back late. Nigeria will face Venezuela in the quarter-finals on 1 November.
Nigeria vs Mexico U17: Flamingos Starting XI | 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos face Mexico in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. See both confirmed starting line-ups, substitutes, kick-off time, how to watch live and the quarter-final opponent awaiting the winner.
2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco and Kenya Target Quarter-Final Places
Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco and Kenya headline Africa’s challenge as the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16 takes place on October 28 and 29.
Nigeria vs Mexico U17: Flamingos Preview, How to Watch Live, Predicted XI | 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Flamingos face Mexico in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Thursday, 29 October. We examine both teams’ group-stage performances, key FIFA statistics, head-to-head record, players to watch, Nigeria’s predicted starting XI and how to watch live.
Four African Teams Reach 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16, Zambia Eliminated
Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco and Kenya have advanced to the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Nigeria finished with six points, the highest total among Africa’s five representatives, while Morocco and Kenya qualified as two of the four best third-placed teams. Zambia were eliminated after three defeats.
Nigeria Flamingos to Face Spanish-Speaking Opponents in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16
Nigeria’s Flamingos face Mexico in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on 29 October. The teams’ only previous meeting at the tournament ended in a 3-0 Nigerian victory in 2014.
Nigeria Flamingos Defeat Defending Champions Korea DPR to Advance to Round of 16 of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
The Nigeria Flamingos defeated Korea DPR 3–1 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Goals from Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Oluebube Umejiaku and Kanyinsola Yusuf secured the victory, with Nigeria finishing second in Group B. They will face the runners-up in Group F in the Round of 16.
Nigeria vs Korea DPR U17: Oluebube Umejiaku Starts as Captain Harmony Chidi Is Named Among Substitutes
Oluebube Umejiaku starts for Nigeria’s Flamingos in their crucial Group B clash against defending champions Korea DPR, while Captain Chidi Harmony is named among the substitutes. Head coach Akeem Busari has made his selection for the decisive encounter at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Nigeria vs North Korea U17: All Flamingos’ Qualification Permutations Explained
Nigeria’s Flamingos face defending champions North Korea in their final Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Find out how the possible results and Poland’s match against Puerto Rico could affect Nigeria’s chances of reaching the Round of 16.
Nigeria vs North Korea U17: Flamingos World Cup Preview, Kick-off Time, Projected Line-ups and How to Watch
Nigeria’s Flamingos face four-time champions North Korea in their final Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Kim Won-sim and Yu Jong-hyang have scored four goals each, while Oluwakemi Adegbuyi will be one of Nigeria’s players to watch after her Player of the Match performance against Puerto Rico.
Nigeria Flamingos Beat Puerto Rico 2-0 to Claim First Win at U-17 Women’s World Cup
The Nigeria Flamingos claimed their first win at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Puerto Rico. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring in the 25th minute before Precious Oscar sealed the result in the 90+3rd minute.
Nigeria vs Puerto Rico U17: Flamingos Confirm Starting XI for Second World Cup Match
Nigeria have named Chidera Chidi as captain for their second Group B match against Puerto Rico at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with both teams seeking their first points.
Nigeria vs Puerto Rico U17: Flamingos World Cup Preview, Kick-off Time, Projected Line-ups and How to Watch
The Flamingos take on Puerto Rico in their second Group B match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Get the kick-off time, projected line-ups and live viewing information.