Musawa hails Flamingos for ending Africa’s U-17 World Cup title drought
The minister says Nigeria beating Japan is a landmark for African women’s football after the Flamingos became the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s title. The post Musawa hails Flamingos for ending Africa’s U-17 World Cup title drought appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Nigeria’s Flamingos secured a historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final held in Morocco on Saturday. Head coach Hakeem Busari praised the team's fighting spirit and character following the win, according to Punch. The achievement drew congratulations from several figures, including President Bola Tinubu, NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Senator Neda Imasuen, reported by BusinessDay Nigeria and Punch Nigeria.
While 3News notes that FIFA covers travel and board for 29-member delegations rather than paying prize money at youth World Cups, the Flamingos received US$50,000.
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