2026 U-20 WWC: Aduku highlights positives from Falconets’ exit
Falconets head coach, Moses Aduku remains positive despite his team’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports. Nigeria bowed out of the biennial competition following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia at Stadion Miejski LKS, Lodz, on Sunday afternoon. Valerin Loboa scored a dramatic 92nd-minute winner for the South Americans, who will […] 2026 U-20 WWC: Aduku…
Falconets head coach Moses Aduku expressed optimism despite his team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, according to the DAILY POST. Nigeria was defeated 1-0 by Colombia at Stadion Miejski LKS, Lodz, on Sunday, following a dramatic 92nd-minute winner by Valerin Loboa. The South American team will now meet DPR Korea in the semi-final.
Several Nigerian players stood out in Poland, with goalkeeper Christianah Uzoma, Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei, and Ramotalahi Kareem among the most impressive. Aduku believes the players have a promising future ahead of them, emphasizing their performances and potential to make a significant impact. "I think, first and foremost, this tournament is good for the young players," Aduku told FIFA.
"It gives them the ability to grow and reach the next level. I think, in Nigeria, we have seen the future of our players. And I think the future is very bright."
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