2026 U-17 WWC: North Korea coach reacts to defeat against Flamingos

North Korea head coach Ji Yun-nam expressed disappointment after her team suffered a 3-1 defeat to Nigeria's Flamingos during a recent group game at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The Nigerian side, coached by Akeem Busari, won the match with goals scored by Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Olibube Umejiaku, and Kanyinsola Yusuf. Jong Hyang was the only North Korean player to register a goal, scoring from the penalty spot.

Despite both teams earning six points from the group stage, North Korea secured the top position due to their superior goal difference. However, Yun-nam admitted that her players struggled to match the strength of the West African team. She stated, "Playing against a strong team like Nigeria made me realize how challenging it is to compete at the world level." Yun-nam emphasized that her team will work hard for the Round of 16 and strive for a better result in the upcoming matches.