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Nigeria's Flamingos Arrive in Morocco for U-17 World Cup

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Nigeria's Flamingos Arrive in Morocco for U-17 World Cup

The Flamingos of Nigeria arrived in Casablanca, Morocco, on October 7, 2026, to prepare for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Head coach Akeem Busari has selected a 21-player squad, with captain Harmony Chidi leading the team.

The Nigerian delegation checked into the Ibis Hotel, where they will continue training ahead of their opening match on October 17, 2026. The Flamingos secured their World Cup spot by winning the WAFU-B U-17 Girls Championship, achieving five wins in five games and conceding only one goal throughout the tournament.

In Group B, Nigeria will face Poland on October 17, Puerto Rico on October 20, and two-time defending champions Korea DPR on October 23. All group-stage matches will take place at the Women’s Football Complex in Rabat.

The Flamingos previously finished third at the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and aim to enhance their performance in the upcoming tournament, which runs from October 17 to November 7, 2026.

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