January 17, 2025

Nigeria in Fine Form as FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Kicks Off

Nigeria in Fine Form as FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Kicks Off
photo/Courtesy of FIFA.com

Kenya's Harambee Starlets will make their World Cup debut on Friday night, facing England at 2:00 AM.

Nigeria made an impressive start to their FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over New Zealand on Wednesday, as the tournament began in the Dominican Republic. The Nigerian team showcased their superior skills and took control of Group A with three points.

Nigeria's goals came from Shakirat Moshood, Khadijat Adegoke, Farihat Abdulwahab, and Taiwo Afolabi, who was later named Player of the Match for her outstanding performance.Hannah Saxon pulled a goal back for Newzealand in the 60th minute but it did little to dampen the Junior Flacons' soaring Star.

 

In other action, Spain comfortably defeated the United States 3-0 in their Group B opener, also played on Wednesday.

Kenya's Harambee Starlets will make their World Cup debut on Friday night, facing England at 2:00 AM.