Flamingos Triumph in 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup Final
The Flamingos have been crowned champions of the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup after a perfect campaign, culminating in a 4-0 victory over Togo in the final. The Nigerian team, led by captain Chidera Harmony, finished the tournament with five wins from five matches.
Harmony was instrumental in the final, scoring twice from the penalty spot in the 15th and 35th minutes, giving Nigeria a 2-0 lead at halftime. The Flamingos maintained control in the second half, with Oluebube Umejiaku scoring in the 67th minute and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi sealing the victory with a goal in the 90th minute.
Throughout the tournament, Nigeria demonstrated both attacking prowess and defensive strength, starting with a 5-0 win against Niger Republic, followed by a 4-2 victory over Ghana, a 2-0 win against Burkina Faso, and another 2-0 triumph over hosts Côte d’Ivoire. This victory not only secured the title but also serves as a boost for coach Hakeem Busari and the team ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
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