Morocco 2025: Flamingos Fly Past South Africa In Pretoria

Nigerias Flamingos moved a step closer to the 2025 FIFA U-17 Womens World Cup after defeating South Africa 3-1 at the Lucas Moripe Stadium, Pretoria, on Saturday.

Shakirat Moshood gave Nigeria the lead after 20 minutes.

Forward Harmony Chidi doubled the Flamingos lead from the penalty spot five minutes before the break.

However, skipper Katleho Malebana pulled a goal back for the hosts from the penalty spot two minutes after the break.

Chidi restored Nigerias two-goal lead with her second of the encounter in the 68th minute.