2026 U-17 WWC: Japan coach Shirai proud of players despite defeat to Flamingos
Japan U-17 women’s national team coach Sadayoshi Shirai has praised his players for their determination and fighting spirit despite their 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Little Nadeshiko fell to the Flamingos at Mohammed VI Football Complex Pitch 3 in Rabat on Saturday night, as […] 2026 U-17 WWC: Japan coach Shirai proud of players despite defeat…
Japan U-17 women’s national team coach Sadayoshi Shirai expressed satisfaction with his players' efforts during the 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final. Despite falling short against the Flamingos at Rabat's Mohammed VI Football Complex Pitch 3, Shirai lauded his team's determination and fighting spirit.
Japan took an early lead, but Nigeria's relentless pace and physical dominance gradually saw them take control. Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku solidified Nigeria's lead, and despite Fuki Ito's late consolation goal, Nigeria held on to claim their first-ever title in the competition.
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