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U-17 WWC: Flamingos Crush New Zealand 4-1 In Group Opener
Nigeria’s Flamingos began their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign in style with a commanding 4-1 victory in their Group A opener on Wednesday.
Shakirat Moshood, Khadijat Adegoke, Faridat Abdulawahab, and Taiwo Afolabi found the back of the net for Nigeria, while Hannah Saxon scored the lone goal for New Zealand.
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Moshood gave the Flamingos an early lead just two minutes into the game, receiving a pass, beating her defender, and slotting a low left-footed shot into the bottom corner.
In the 13th minute, Adegoke extended Nigeria’s advantage with a long-range effort that the New Zealand goalkeeper fumbled, allowing the ball to cross the line despite her attempts to recover.
The Flamingos went up 3-0 when Abdulawahab curled a stunning strike from outside the box, putting Nigeria firmly in control.
Team captain Afolabi added the fourth goal with a well-placed header from a cross, further sealing the dominant performance.
New Zealand responded with a consolation goal from Saxon, who latched onto a corner kick, controlling the ball before firing a left-footed shot past the Nigerian keeper.
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Nigeria will return to action on Saturday, October 19, facing tournament debutants Ecuador.
Later on Wednesday, hosts Dominican Republic will take on Ecuador in the other Group A fixture.
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