Nigeria’s U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, continued their impressive run at the U-17 World Cup with a 1-0 win over hosts, the Dominican Republic, early Wednesday morning.
Shakirat Moshood’s stunning 89th-minute strike secured the victory in a tightly contested match.
The win marks Nigeria’s third consecutive victory in the tournament, maintaining their perfect record after three games. With this result, the Flamingos advance to the quarterfinals, where they will face a formidable USA team.
Nigeria’s strong form and defensive resilience have made them a team to watch as the tournament progresses.
Fans are hopeful the team can continue their winning streak as they move into the knockout stages.