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JUST IN: Mamudu strikes as Falconets beat Poland 1-0 in World Cup warm-up

Nigeria’s Falconets secured a 1-0 victory over Poland in a crucial warm-up match, boosting their preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-mamudu-strikes-as-falconets-beat-poland-1-0-in-world-cup-warm-up/

JUST IN: Mamudu strikes as Falconets beat Poland 1-0 in World Cup warm-up

Nigeria's Falconets secured a 1-0 victory over Poland in a friendly international match at the Municipal Stadium in Brzeg, Poland on Friday. Mary Mamudu scored the only goal of the match in first-half stoppage time, giving Nigeria the lead going into the break. Poland failed to find the back of the net in the second half, allowing Nigeria to claim the win.

The victory is part of the Falconets' preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, which will be held in Poland from August 31 to September 22. Nigeria will face South Korea in their next warm-up match on September 1. This win provides a positive start to the team's preparations for what could be a historic title.

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