{
  "id": 18223788,
  "title": "Flamingos beat Brazil 3-1 to reach first U-17 W’Cup final",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/flamingos-beat-brazil-3-1-to-reach-first-u-17-wcup-final",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-05T01:52:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/flamingos-beat-brazil-3-1-to-reach-first-u-17-wcup-final/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigeria's Flamingos have achieved a historic milestone by advancing to their inaugural FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final, following a resounding 3-1 victory over Brazil in the semi-final held in Morocco. The match commenced with a goalless first half, but the Flamingos capitalized on the second half, scoring three goals to cement their lead before Brazil managed a consolation goal late in the game. Queen Joseph opened the scoring in the 56th minute, capitalizing on Oluwakemi Adegubyi's assist to put the Flamingos ahead. Nigeria further expanded their lead in the 71st minute through Awawu Bashiru, who converted a pass from Joseph. Bashiru added a second goal nine minutes later, extending the Flamingos' advantage to three goals to nil. Brazil reduced the gap to one goal in the 89th minute via Greise Kelly, but Nigeria maintained their dominance to secure a memorable victory. This victory marks Nigeria's first U-17 Women's World Cup final appearance, where they will face Japan, who triumphed over defending champions North Korea in the other semi-final.",
  "summary": "Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history, reaching their first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final after a commanding 3-1 victory over Brazil in Morocco. Read More: https://punchng.com/flamingos-beat-brazil-3-1-to-reach-first-u-17-wcup-final/",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigeria's Flamingos advance to U-17 Women's World Cup final for first time",
    "Flamingos defeat Brazil 3-1 in semi-final, scoring three goals in second half",
    "Nigeria will face Japan in final after Japan beats North Korea in other semi-final"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Nigeria's historic advancement to their inaugural final signals the emergence of a new powerhouse in women's youth football as they prepare to challenge Japan for the world title.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}