Nigeria’s Flamingos Stun Holder North Korea To Reach U-17 World Cup last 16

Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated defending champions Korea DPR 3–1 on Friday to qualify for the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The Nigerian girls, coached by Akeem Busari, produced an impressive display to overcome the two-time defending champions and finish their Group B campaign with six points.
Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring in the 15th minute before Oluebube Umejiaku doubled Nigeria’s lead seven minutes before half-time, converting a pass from Tosin Rafiu in the 38th minute.
Kanyinsola Yusuf extended the Flamingos’ advantage in the 56th minute with a superb free-kick to put Nigeria firmly in control.
Korea DPR reduced the deficit through Yu Jong ...