The Flamingos of Nigeria are now one big step closer to the final round of the qualifying series for the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup after they defeated hosts South Africa 3-1 in Pretoria today.
Shakirat Moshood opened scoring for the Flamingos on 20 minutes.
Harmony Chidi then doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 41st via a penalty for both teams to go into the dressing room for the interval with the Flamingos 2-0 up. football tips
However, the home team pulled a goal back from the penalty spot in the 47th minute, before Harmony completed her brace in the 68th minute.
The return leg will be played next week in Ikenne, Nigeria, with the winners afvancing to the final round of the qualifiers.
This year’s U17 World Cup will be staged in Morocco from October 17 to November 5.
