{
  "id": 19422550,
  "title": "Poland defeat inspired World Cup win – Flamingos captain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/poland-defeat-inspired-world-cup-win-flamingos-captain-19422550",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-11T00:58:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/poland-defeat-inspired-world-cup-win-flamingos-captain/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Flamingos captain Harmony Chidi has linked Nigeria's historic 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup win to their faith, hard work, and team unity. Speaking to Brila Media, the captain revealed that the team rallied together after their opening defeat to Poland, ultimately winning the title. Nigeria emerged victorious in the final by defeating Japan 2-1 at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Rabat, Morocco. The young Flamingos scored twice, with Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku netting the goals, with Umejiaku's goal in the second half proving crucial. Umejiaku also earned the Golden Ball award, having scored four goals during the tournament. Japan secured the silver medal, while DPR Korea claimed bronze after defeating Brazil 6-0 in the third-place match.",
  "summary": "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/",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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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."
}