The Nigerian U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, secured their third consecutive win in the group stage of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, defeating the host nation Dominican Republic 1-0 in a dramatic fashion.
Shakirat Moshood delivered a sensational long-range strike in the 89th minute to seal the victory for Nigeria, ensuring the Flamingos finished as Group A leaders with a perfect nine points.
The match, played in front of a passionate home crowd, saw the Dominican Republic push Nigeria to the limit. However, the Flamingos held their ground, defending resolutely and waiting for the perfect moment to break through. Moshood’s incredible effort from outside the box was the decisive moment, silencing the home supporters and lifting Nigeria to the top of the group standings.
With this victory, Nigeria has solidified their place in the knockout stages, sending a strong message to the rest of the competition as they continue their pursuit of U-17 Women’s World Cup glory.