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Tinubu hails Flamingos’ historic U-17 World Cup victory
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their 2-1 victory over Japan to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Saturday. Tinubu’s congratulatory message came after Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, was seen cheering the team during the final from her residence, chanting “Nigeria! Nigeria!” as the players battled Japan for the trophy. The President’s message was contained in a statement signed by hi…
Click to read the full story →Flamingos’ Umejiaku named U-17 World Cup best player
Oluebube Umejiaku wins the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup...Photo Credit; Soar Africa Nigeria’s Oluebube Umejiaku has been named the best player of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after helping the Flamingos win their maiden title in the competition. The 16-year-old forward won the Golden Ball award following her impressive performances at the tournament, where she scored three goals and provided two assists. Umejiaku also scored…
Click to read the full story →DPR Korea thrash Brazil 6-0 to claim U-17 women’s World Cup bronze
DPR Korea secured third place at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 after producing a dominant 6–0 victory over Brazil in the bronze medal match on Saturday. The defending champions delivered an emphatic performance at the Mohammed VI Football Complex – Pitch 2 in Rabat, with six different moments of attacking brilliance helping them finish their campaign on a high. DPR Korea took the lead in the 12th minute when Kim Won-sim reacted quickest after Ri Ye-rim’s effor…
Click to read the full story →[FULL LIST] Umejiaku Wins Golden Ball At U-17 Women’s World Cup
Nigeria’s Oluebube Umejiaku has won the adidas Golden Ball at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.Umejiaku received the award after helping the Flamingos claim their first title with a 2-1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat.The forward scored Nigeria’s second goal in the final, taking her tally to four goals in the tournament.DPR Korea’s Yu Jong-hyang won the Silver Ball, while Japan’s Fuki Ito received the Bronze Ball.United States forward Maddie Di…
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Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos on Historic U-17 World Cup Victory
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos after they defeated Japan 2-1 to become the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Tinubu described the team’s victory in Saturday’s final in Rabat, Morocco, as a landmark achievement for Nigeria and African women’s football. In a statement on Saturday by his Special […] The post Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos on Historic U-17 World Cup Victory appeared first on Trending News.
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First Lady Celebrates Flamingos Over Historic U-17 World Cup Victory
First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated the Flamingos following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, describing their achievement as a story of resilience and commitment. The Flamingos made history on Saturday after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final to become the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s […] The post First Lady Celebrates Flamingos Over Historic U-17 World Cup Victory appeared first on Trending News.
Click to read the full story →Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos On Historic U-17 World Cup Victory
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos for becoming the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup following their 2-1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat, Morocco.According to a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President received the news upon his return from campaign engagements in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States.Tinubu described Nigeria’s maiden triumph as a proud moment for the country and a landmark achievement…
Click to read the full story →VIDEO: Oluremi Tinubu cheers Flamingos during World Cup final
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, cheered the country’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, during their final match against Japan at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. In a video shared on social media, the First Lady was seen watching the match from her residence, cheering the players and applauding their performance. She was also heard chanting, “Nigeria! Nigeria!” as the team battled Japan for the trophy. First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu cheers Flamingos durin…
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D1 Suisse: Non convoqué avec les Léopards, Samuel Essende offre la victoire à Young Boys devant Lucerne de Oscar Kabwit avec son 15ème but de la saison
D1 Suisse: Non convoqué avec les Léopards, Samuel Essende offre la victoire à Young Boys devant Lucerne de Oscar Kabwit avec son 15ème but de la saison Image media PMaki sam 07/11/2026 - 22:53 Sport Samuel Essende et les Young Boys de Berne sont allés s'imposer (3-2) sur la pelouse Lucerne de Oscar Kabwit, Faveurdi Bongeli étant blessé, en match comptant pour la 13ème journée du championnat. En savoir plus sur D1 Suisse: Non convoqué avec les Léopards, Samuel Essende offre l…
Click to read the full story →NSC hails Flamingos’ historic U-17 World Cup victory
The National Sports Commission has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, after they defeated Japan 2-1 to win the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Saturday. The Flamingos secured the historic victory with goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku, becoming the first African nation to win the women’s U-17 World Cup. In a statement on Saturday, the commission described the triumph as a remarkable achievement, noting that it marke…
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