2024 Fifa U17 WWC Young Football Ferns v Flamingos: Match preview, what to expect, where to watch, H2H
Published: October 16, 2024The Nigerian U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, are poised to kick-start their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup campaign with a highly anticipated clash against New Zealand's New Zealand's Young Football Ferns on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
Following a impressive third-place finish at the 2022 tournament in India, Coach Bankole Olowookere's squad is determined to go even further this time around.
With a pool of fresh and hungry talent, the Flamingos have their sights set on bringing home the coveted title.
Led by star forward Harmony Chidi, who made headlines with 12 goals in qualifying, Nigeria's young ladies are ready to take on the world's best in the Dominican Republic.
Head-to-Head Records
The two teams previously met at the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in India, where Nigeria emerged victorious with a 4-0 win. This encounter promises to be a thrilling rematch.
Match Preview
Nigeria's Flamingos are determined to improve on their previous performance. Led by Chidi's attacking prowess, the team boasts a potent force. New Zealand, under coach Alana Gunn, will seek to upset Nigeria's ambitions.
Venue and Kick-Off Time
The match will take place at Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros, with kickoff scheduled for 2100 hours Nigerian time (WAT).
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the action live on FIFA+ and StarTimes.
Expectations
Nigeria is favored to win, but New Zealand will aim to make the match competitive. Coach Olowookere is confident in his team's abilities, stating their goal is to return home with the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup title.
Flamingos squad
Goalkeepers: Christiana Uzoma, Elizabeth Boniface, Sylvia Echefu
Defenders: Prisca Nwachukwu, Jumai Adebayo, Taiwo Adegoke, Rokibat Azeez, Hannah Ibrahim, Vivian Ekezie, Ololade Isiaka
Midfielders: Taiwo Afolabi, Faridat Abdulwahab, Shakirat Moshood, Muinat Rotimi
Forwards: Oghenemairo Obruthe, Harmony Chidi, Kudirat Arogundade, Ramotalahi Kareem, Aishat Animashaun, Peace Effiong, Blessing Ifitezue
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