Nigeria’s Flamingos have reached the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco after defeating Brazil 3-1 in Wednesday’s semi-final.
The Nigerian youngsters produced an impressive second-half performance to secure a historic place in the title decider, where they will face Japan.
After a goalless first half, Queen Joseph opened the scoring in the 56th minute to give Nigeria the lead.
The Flamingos extended their advantage in the 71st minute through Awawu Bashiru, who completed her brace in the 80th minute to put Nigeria 3-0 ahead.
Brazil pulled one back in the 89th minute through Greise Kelly, but Nigeria held on to seal a 3-1 victory.
The result takes the Flamingos into their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, surpassing their previous best finish of third place in 2022.
Japan secured the other final spot after defeating defending champions North Korea 4-1 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.
Nigeria will face Japan in Saturday’s final as they seek to win their first title in the competition and make further history for the country.
