Flamingos face Japan today for historic U-17 World Cup title at 7:30pm
Nigeria's Flamingos take on Japan today in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat, Morocco. Kick-off is 7:30pm Nigerian time. This is the first-ever meeting between the two nations at this level, with Nigeria chasing their first title and Japan targeting a second crown.
Captain Harmony Chidi says reaching the final is a dream achieved, but the team wants to return home with the trophy. "Winning would be something myself, my country, my teammates, our coaches, and everybody would be proud of," she told FIFA. The Flamingos advanced through the tournament under coach Akeem Busari to reach this historic moment.
For Nigerian fans, this is the biggest stage yet for the women's youth program. A victory would mark Nigeria's first FIFA women's youth world title at any level. The match will be broadcast live—check local listings for SuperSport or FIFA+ streaming options.
Will you be watching at 7:30pm to witness potential history, and what would a first U-17 Women's World Cup title mean for the future of women's football in Nigeria?