Nigeria’s U-17 Women’s National Team star Awawu Bashiru produced an outstanding individual performance, scoring a brilliant second-half brace to earn the Player of the Match award in the Flamingos’ 3–1 victory over Brazil in the semi-finals of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

The Nigerian youngster proved to be a constant thorn in the side of the South American defense throughout the encounter.

Operating at the heart of every dangerous attacking move launched by the Flamingos, Bashiru’s relentless movement and sharp decision-making kept Brazil’s backline under relentless pressure.

Bashiru’s brilliance paid off in the 71st minute when she netted Nigeria’s second goal to break the deadlock.

She capped off her stellar display in the 80th minute, coolly converting a precise pass from teammate Oluebube Umejiaku to double her tally and put the match completely beyond Brazil’s reach.

The decisive victory secures the Flamingos a place in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, as Nigeria continues their dominant campaign on Moroccan soil.