Nigeria's Flamingos defeat Ghana 4-2 to keep winning streak in WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup
Nigeria’s U‑17 girls’ team won 4‑2 over Ghana in the WAFU B tournament held in Côte d’Ivoire
In Brief
- •Nigeria’s U‑17 girls’ team won 4‑2 over Ghana in the WAFU B tournament held in Côte d’Ivoire
- •Goals for Nigeria were scored by Oluwakemi Adegbuyi, Harmony Chidi, Mary Dunstan and Kaosarat Akanji; Ghana’s scorers were Seidatu Wahab and Gloria Ameaa
- •Nigeria played the final 30 minutes with ten players after defender Elizabeth Adesuyi was sent off
- •The win follows a 5‑0 victory over Niger, giving Nigeria nine goals in its first two matches
Why It Matters
The victory solidifies Nigeria’s position at the top of the WAFU B U‑17 Girls’ Cup, a regional competition that serves as a key preparation ground for the FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Maintaining a winning streak boosts team confidence and provides valuable match experience against a strong regional rival, Ghana. The match also highlighted the team’s resilience, as they held a two‑goal lead despite a red card, underscoring their tactical discipline and depth. The tournament’s shift to a league format—following Benin’s withdrawal—means each game carries more weight, making Nigeria’s performance critical for both regional honours and their readiness for the global stage.
Key Details
- Match Result
- 4-2
- Opponent
- Ghana
- Date
- 2026-09-18
- Goals Scored
- 4
- Goals Conceded
- 2
- Red Card
- Elizabeth Adesuyi
Context & Background
The 2026 WAFU B U‑17 Girls’ Cup was converted to a league format after Benin’s withdrawal, featuring Nigeria, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Togo, Niger and hosts Côte d’Ivoire. The competition doubles as a preparatory platform for Nigeria’s squad ahead of the FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
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