FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingos beat Puerto Rico 2-0

Nigeria’s Flamingos defeated Puerto Rico 2-0 in their Group B clash at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, securing a vital first win and keeping their knockout-stage ambitions firmly alive.

Goals from Oluwakemi Adegbuyi in the 25th minute and substitute Precious Oscar deep in stoppage time (90+3') sealed the victory at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

The result keeps the girls dream of qualifying alive after the opening 2-1 defeat to Poland.

Nigeria are levelled with Poland but behind already-qualified defending champions DPR Korea.

The Flamingos started brightly, pressing high and using their pace to pin Puerto Rico deep.

Adegbuyi, named Player of the Match, finished a well-worked move involving Queen Joseph to open the scoring.

Nigeria controlled possession and created further chances, though Puerto Rico goalkeeper made several saves.

Coach Akeem Busari’s side managed the game effectively after the break before Oscar rose to head home a late cross from Adegbuyi, sparking celebrations among the Nigerian contingent.

This win marks another strong showing from one of Africa’s most consistent teams in girls’ football and women’s youth soccer. The Flamingos have a proud history at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Attention turns to Friday’s decisive Group B finale against two-time defending champions DPR Korea.

A positive result would virtually guarantee Nigeria’s place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026.