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BREAKING: Flamingos of Nigeria Beat Brazil 3-1 to Reach First U-17 World Cup Final

The Flamingos of Nigeria defeated Brazil 3-1 to advance to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final where they will face Japan.

BABabatunde AbdulRaheem Lawal

Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history by reaching the final of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup for the first time after defeating Brazil 3-1 in their semi-final encounter in Morocco on Wednesday.

The Nigerian team produced an impressive second-half performance to overcome their South American opponents after both sides played out a goalless first half.

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Queen Joseph broke the deadlock in the 56th minute converting a pass from Oluwakemi Adegubyi to put Nigeria ahead.

The Flamingos doubled their lead in the 71st minute when Awawu Bashiru found the back of the net following an assist from Joseph.

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Bashiru struck again in the 80th minute, completing her brace after receiving a pass from Oluebube Umejiaku to extend Nigeria’s advantage to 3-0.

Brazil scored a late consolation goal in the 89th minute through Greise Kelly, who was assisted by Yasmin Queiroz but it was not enough to prevent Nigeria from securing victory.

The Flamingos will face Japan in the final on Saturday in the final . Japan defeated North Korea on penalties after a 1-1 draw.

The result marks a historic milestone for the Flamingos who will now feature in their first-ever final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup as they continue their quest for the title.

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