FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos beat Korea DPR 3-1 to advance to the Round of 16

Nigeria’s Flamingos beat defending champions Korea DPR 3-1 in a stunning display to qualify for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

The Flamingos defeated the tournament favorites in a shocking style on Friday at Pitch 4, Mohammed VI Football Complex in Morocco.

The win boosts Nigeria to second place on the Group B table and secures their place in the tournament’s Round of 16.
Nigeria finish the group stage on six points, with two wins and one loss in three games.

 Flamingos assert early dominance

The Flamingos quickly asserted dominance against the Asian side in the first half.

In the 15th minute, Flamingos forward Oluwakemi Adegbuyi took a shot against the Asian side and scored to open the scoring. Her goal was assisted by Mary Dunstan.

Deep into the second half, Oluebube Umuejiaku doubled the lead for the Flamingos on her first start in the tournament.

She had been included in the line-up by Head coach Akeem Busari as a replacement for Flamingos captain Chidi Harmony.

Nigeria maintained their 2-0 advantage till half-time.

 Flamingos seal victory with third goal

Kanyinsola Yusuf added a sensational third goal in the 56th minute during the second half to completely shock the defending champions.

Yusuf produced a fine free-kick to make it 3–0, putting the Flamingos in a strong position against the four-time champions.

Korea DPR clawed one goal back from the penalty spot through Yu Jong Hyang.
Nigeria found the back of the net again when Adegbuyi scored, but the referee disallowed the goal after claims of a foul in the build-up.

Coach Akeem Busari‘s side locked down the defense for the remainder of the match to maintain their 3-1 win.

Kanyinsola Yusuf was named the Player of the match.

 Nigeria finish second place in Group B

Following the 3-1 win against Korea DPR, Nigeria finished with six points in Group B, tying with Poland and Korea DPR.

However, FIFA‘s tie-breaking criteria determined the final standings, starting with results among the tied teams and then the relevant goal difference and goals-scored criteria.

Nigeria finished second in the group and advanced to the knockout stage.
Despite the loss, Korea DPR also advanced based on their dominant opening-round performances.

The Flamingos will face the second-placed Mexico  from Group F in the Round of 16.

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