Nigeria's Flamingos seek fourth straight win against Côte d'Ivoire in WAFU-B U-17 tournament
Nigeria's Flamingos will face hosts Côte d'Ivoire in a crucial match of the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup on Thursday.
In Brief
- •Nigeria's Flamingos will face hosts Côte d'Ivoire in a crucial match of the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup on Thursday.
- •The Flamingos lead the tournament with three consecutive victories and a +9 goal difference.
- •Côte d'Ivoire occupy second place with two wins and one defeat, also boasting a +9 goal difference.
- •The match is scheduled for 7:00pm WAT at the Lycée Scientifique in Yamoussoukro.
- •The encounter promises to be a defining fixture of the tournament, with both teams having shown strong attacking and defensive capabilities.
Why It Matters
This match is significant as it represents a key opportunity for both teams to solidify their positions in the tournament. For Nigeria, a victory would further strengthen their perfect record and provide valuable preparation for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. For Côte d'Ivoire, a home victory would help them close the gap with the Flamingos and demonstrate their attacking prowess. The match also highlights the competitive nature of the tournament and the resilience of the Flamingos, who have shown they can perform well even when playing with a reduced number of players.
Key Details
- Match Time
- 7:00pm WAT
- Location
- Lycée Scientifique, Yamoussoukro
- Flamingos Record
- 3 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses, +9 goal difference
- Côte d'Ivoire Record
- 2 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss, +9 goal difference
- Flamingos Goals Scored
- 11
- Flamingos Goals Conceded
- 2
Context & Background
The 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup is an international football tournament for women's under-17 teams from West African countries. It serves as a qualifying tournament for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
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