Flamingos Coach Akeem Busari Prepares Team for World Cup

Akeem Busari, the head coach of the Flamingos, expressed that the WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup will serve as an essential preparation for his team ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Flamingos are set to begin their campaign in the regional tournament against Niger Republic on Wednesday afternoon, with the match scheduled to kick off at 3pm Nigerian time at the Stade Charles Konan Banny in Yamoussoukro.

Busari emphasized the importance of this competition as a preparatory stage, aiming to familiarize his team with the pressures and critical aspects of high-stakes tournaments. The World Cup is slated to take place in Morocco next month, and Busari is keen on ensuring his team is well-prepared for the challenges ahead.