THE FLAMINGOS HAVE DONE IT! Nigeria Make History as First African Women’s Team to Win U-17 World Cup

Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history by defeating Japan 2-1 to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, becoming the first African women’s team ever to lift the trophy.

The Nigerian youngsters made a strong start to the contest, taking the lead through Awawu Bashiru, who found the back of the net in the 39th minute to give the Flamingos a 1-0 advantage at half-time.

Nigeria continued their impressive performance after the break, with Umejiaku doubling the lead just two minutes into the second half to put her side firmly in control.

Japan attempted to fight their way back into the contest, with Fuki Ito pulling one back in the 80th minute to set up a tense finish.

However, the Flamingos held on to their advantage until the final whistle, securing a memorable 2-1 victory to lift the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup trophy.