Poland defeat inspired World Cup win – Flamingos captain
Flamingos captain Harmony Chidi says the team’s historic 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup win was inspired by their opening loss to Poland. Read More: https://punchng.com/poland-defeat-inspired-world-cup-win-flamingos-captain/
Flamingos captain Harmony Chidi has credited Nigeria's 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup victory to faith, hard work, and unity among the team members, after their opening defeat to Poland. Nigeria triumphed in the final by defeating Japan 2-1 at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Rabat, Morocco. This marks the first African country to win the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup and the first to claim a FIFA women's world title at any level.
Nigeria's journey to the title included recovering from their loss to Poland, winning six matches, and securing crucial victories such as a group-stage win over defending champions DPR Korea. In the final, Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku scored, with Umejiaku's goal in the second half being decisive. Umejiaku received the Golden Ball award for her performances.
Japan secured silver after making a strong comeback, while DPR Korea took bronze after defeating Brazil 6-0 in the third-place match.
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