Falconets crush England 3-0, Uzoma eyes Colombia semi-final for World Cup glory

Nigeria's Falconets defeated England 3-0 in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, with goals from Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei and Mary Mamudu securing a quarter‑final spot. Captain Christianah Uzoma said the team’s determination carried them through and that their target is to reach the final and win the tournament. The victory keeps Nigeria’s hopes alive for a historic first U‑20 Women’s World Cup title.

The Falconets will now face Colombia in the semi‑final on Sunday in Lodz, Poland. A win would send Nigeria to its first ever final in the competition and reinforce the growing strength of its youth women’s football programme. Uzoma’s leadership and the team’s attacking form have drawn attention from scouts and fans across West Africa.

What does this run mean for the future of Nigerian women’s football, and will you be tuning in to support the Falconets as they chase a place in the final?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/18/2026-u-20-wwc-falconets-captain-uzoma-reflects-on-win-over-england/