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U-17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria reach semi-finals

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Nigeria have reached the semi-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, where the Flamingos also beat North Korea 3-1 in the group stage. The tournament has been marked by records involving Nigeria, North Korea and Brazil, while the European teams have left the competition, reports Premium Times.

Nigeria’s 3-1 victory over North Korea in the group stage ended the Asian team’s unbeaten run in the finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, reports Premium Times. The Nigerian side then reached the last four of the competition.

Nigeria is among the teams highlighted alongside North Korea and Brazil for their results in the tournament, while several European sides exited the competition earlier, according to Premium Times.

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