Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, stepped up their preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a comfortable 3-0 win over Youngstar Football Academy.
The Nigerian side made a bright start and took the lead in the 16th minute when Chisom Emmanuella Chukwuemeka found the back of the net.
The Flamingos returned from the break with the same attacking intent and extended their advantage eight minutes into the second half. Harmony Chidi scored in the 53rd minute to put Nigeria two goals ahead.
Mary Dunstan then put the result beyond doubt three minutes from the end of regulation time, scoring in the 87th minute to complete the 3-0 victory.
The friendly forms part of the Flamingos’ training programme as they continue to fine-tune their preparations for the global tournament in Morocco.
Nigeria are expected to remain in camp as preparations continue ahead of the competition.
