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2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos set to face Mexico, Chile or Australia in round of 16
Nigeria’s Flamingos will discover their opponents in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup tonight.
The team, coached by Akeem Busari, secured second place in Group B after recording an impressive 3-1 victory over defending champions North Korea in Rabat on Friday.
The Nigerian girls finished the group stage with six points from three matches, following two victories and one defeat.
With their place in the knockout stage secured, the Flamingos are scheduled to face the runners-up in Group F in the Round of 16 as they continue their quest for the title.
Spain have already booked a spot in the Round of 16 in the group following victories over over Mexico and Australia.
Mexico currently sit in second position in the group following their 3-1 victory over Chile
Chile and Australia, who have one point each also still have a chance of scaling through to the knockout round.
In the group’s last fixtures, Chile will be up against Spain, while Mexico will take on Australia.
The Flamingos’ Round of 16 clash is fixed for Thursday, October 29 in Sale.
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