Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a narrow 1–0 quarter-final defeat to Colombia in Poland.
The young Nigerians held Colombia goalless for the entire 90 minutes and created opportunities of their own, with Janet Akekoromowei hitting the crossbar and Tumininu Adeshina forcing a save from the Colombian goalkeeper.
Nigeria’s task became more difficult in the 77th minute when Kafayat Mafisere was sent off, leaving the Falconets to finish the match with 10 players.
Despite being a player down, the Nigerian side continued to defend strongly and looked set to force extra time. However, Valerin Loboa struck in the second minute of added time, scoring from the rebound after her initial effort was saved by Falconets captain Christiana Uzoma.
The defeat ended Nigeria’s campaign, but the team earned praise for its determination and fighting spirit throughout the tournament.
NFF Acting General Secretary Emmanuel Ikpeme commended the players, sayingNigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after a narrow 1–0 quarter-final defeat to Colombia in Poland.
The young Nigerians held Colombia goalless for the entire 90 minutes
and created opportunities of their own, with Janet Akekoromowei hitting the crossbar and Tumininu Adeshina forcing a save from the Colombian goalkeeper.Nigeria’s task became more difficult in the 77th minute when Kafayat Mafisere was sent off, leaving the Falconets to finish the match with 10 players.
Despite being a player down, the Nigerian side continued to defend strongly and looked set to force extra time. However, Valerin Loboa struck in the second minute of added time, scoring from the rebound after her initial effort was saved by Falconets captain Christiana Uzoma.
The defeat ended Nigeria’s campaign, but the team earned praise for its determination and fighting spirit throughout the tournament.
NFF Acting General Secretary Emmanuel Ikpeme commended the players, saying they gave their best and had created enough chances to win the match.
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Poland, Chioma Ohakim, also praised the Falconets for their commitment and resilience during the competition.
They gave their best and had created enough chances to win the match.
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Poland, Chioma Ohakim, also praised the Falconets for their commitment and resilience during the competition.
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