Nigeria's Harmony Chidi Aims for U-17 World Cup Glory

Harmony Chidi, the captain of Nigeria's U-17 women's team, described winning the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup as a dream come true, stating it would be an unforgettable moment for the players and the country. This statement was made ahead of the Flamingos' final match against Japan at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

Chidi noted that reaching the final was already a significant achievement, but winning the trophy would elevate the occasion. The Flamingos advanced to the final after recovering from a 2-1 defeat to Poland, securing five consecutive victories against Puerto Rico, DPR Korea, Mexico, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Head coach Akeem Busari attributed the team's turnaround to psychological guidance and a renewed commitment to their game plan. He acknowledged Japan's quality but emphasized that the match's outcome would depend on the mentality and attitude of both teams.

Busari credited his players as the driving force behind their success and urged them to maintain their fighting spirit.