Nigeria’s Flamingos began their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup campaign with an emphatic 4-1 win against New Zealand’s Young Football Ferns. Goals from Shakirat Moshood, Taiwo Adegoke, Faridat Abdulwahab, and Taiwo Afolabi secured the victory, with New Zealand managing just one goal in reply.

Here are five key takeaways from the match:

1. Dominant First Half Performance
The Flamingos asserted their dominance early, netting three unanswered goals in the first half and controlling the game against New Zealand.


2. High Line Defence Strategy
Nigeria effectively used a high line defence, preventing New Zealand from building any meaningful plays and catching their forwards offside.


3. Tough Night for Brook Neary
New Zealand’s goalkeeper, Brook Neary, had a challenging night with two key errors contributing to Nigeria’s goals.


4. Choreographed Goal Celebrations
The Flamingos delighted fans with choreographed celebrations after each goal, showcasing their team spirit and unity.


5. Standout Performances from Adegoke and Abdulwahab
Taiwo Adegoke and Faridat Abdulwahab shone for Nigeria, each contributing with goals and assists, playing pivotal roles in the victory.