{
  "id": 18799677,
  "title": "2026 U-17 WWC: Ajibade hails Flamingos after historic triumph",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/2026-u-17-wwc-ajibade-hails-flamingos-after-historic-triumph",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T21:52:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/07/2026-u-17-wwcajibade-hails-flamingos-after-historic-triumph/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has expressed her delight over Nigeria's Flamingos securing a historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The team emerged triumphant by defeating Japan 2-1 in the final held in Rabat on Saturday night. This marks a significant milestone as it marks the first time an African side has claimed the title. The game saw Awawu Bashiru putting Nigeria ahead with a well-struck shot just six minutes before halftime. Oluebube Umejiaku later doubled the lead for the Flamingos two minutes after the break before Japan's Fuki Ito managed to reduce the gap just ten minutes from time. Despite this late setback, the Flamingos managed to maintain their lead and clinch an unforgettable win. Ajibade celebrated this remarkable achievement on her social media, acknowledging the historic nature of the feat and expressing immense pride in Akeem Busari's side. She stated, \"WORLD CHAMPIONS! You made history, and you made all of Nigeria proud. I'm so proud of every one of you. The future of Nigerian football is here. Congratulations, Flamingos,\" in a post on X.",
  "summary": "Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has congratulated the Flamingos following the team's successful outing at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in the final of the competition in Rabat on Saturday night, making history as the first African side to win the title. Awawu Bashiru gave Nigeria the lead […] 2026 U-17 WWC: Ajibade hails Flamingos after historic…",
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  "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."
}