Apex Scores Lite Apex Scores Lite flag
back Back
Nigeria’s Flamingos Win 2026 FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U‑17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have made history after defeating Japan 2–1 on November 7, 2026, to win the 2026 FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.


The victory makes Nigeria the first African country to win the tournament since it began in 2008.
Awawu Bashiru put Nigeria ahead in the 39th minute, and Oluebube Umejiaku doubled the lead two minutes into the second half. Japan pulled one back in the 80th minute through Fuki Ito, but the Flamingos held firm until the final whistle to lift the trophy.
Umejiaku was named Player of the Match and also won the tournament’s Golden Ball for her outstanding performances.

You may like

Senegalese Fan Says Jay Jay Okocha Deserved More African Football Awards

tori.ng 1 day ago

U-17 WWC: Full list of award winners

vanguardngr.com 1 hour ago

Osimhen OUT, but Chelle still brutally ignores Iheanacho, Orban and Ilenikhena

pulse.ng 18 hours ago

Report: How Jesus Owono Stunned Victor Osimhen and Super Eagles at AFCON 2023

pulse.ng 2 days ago

Why is Al-Nassr vs. Al-Hazem postponed today? Ronaldo's 1,000-goal chase put on hold

aol.com 1 day ago
Back
Top
Privacy Statement Terms of Service Contact
Refresh 

All the best breaking news stories from Apex Scores Lite. Optimised for feature phones and low end Android devices, Apex Scores Lite helps users with legacy devices and poor network connectivity access the latest football news and live scores. Particularly relevant for breaking football news in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa.