Nigeria’s Flamingos have become the first African team to reach the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Brazil 3-1 in Wednesday’s semi-final in Rabat, Morocco.
Queen Joseph opened the scoring in the 56th minute before substitute Awawu Bashiru netted twice in the 71st and 80th minutes to secure Nigeria’s victory. Brazil scored a late consolation goal in the 89th minute.
The result marks Nigeria’s first appearance in the tournament’s final and surpasses the country’s previous best finish of third place in 2022. Ghana also finished third in 2012.
The Flamingos’ journey to the final followed an opening 2-1 defeat to Poland. They subsequently recorded victories over Puerto Rico, defending champions DPR Korea, Mexico, Venezuela and Brazil to secure their place in the title decider.
Nigeria will face Japan in the final on Saturday, November 7, at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat.
Japan advanced after defeating DPR Korea 4-1 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in their semi-final.
The final presents Nigeria with an opportunity to become the first African country to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
*Match Details*
– Fixture: Nigeria vs Japan
– Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
– Kick-off: 7:30 p.m. Nigerian time
– Venue: Mohammed VI Football Complex, Rabat, Morocco
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