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Nigeria reach Women’s U17 World Cup final

By , based on Vanguard, P.M. News, Punch and Daily Post

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Nigeria beat Brazil 3-1 in the semi-final of the Women’s U17 World Cup to reach their first final, where they will face Japan, according to Vanguard, P.M. News, Punch and Daily Post. The Flamingos are the first African team to reach this stage, according to P.M. News. The final will be held in Rabat on 7 November 2026, according to Punch and Daily Post.

Nigeria dominated the first half with nine shots on target, while Brazil recorded no attempt on goal, Daily Post reports. The Flamingos then maintained the pressure after the break at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat.

Daily Post said Awawu Bashiru scored her second goal after beating several Brazilian defenders before shooting at goal. Brazil’s goal to reduce the deficit in the 89th minute came from a header by Kelly, the media outlet added.

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