Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, achieved an unbeaten record in the group stage of the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, securing a 1-0 victory over host nation Dominican Republic. Head coach Bankole Olowookere praised the team’s resilience and adherence to their goals despite facing difficult weather conditions. Shakirat Moshood’s stunning 89th-minute goal sealed the win, helping Nigeria top Group A and setting up a quarter-final clash against the USA.