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Flamingos head coach, Bankole Olowookere, attributed the team's significant loss to Canada to missed opportunities.
The Nigerian girls commenced their journey at the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 4-1 defeat against their North American counterparts.
Canada took an early lead in the second minute with a goal from Gabriela Istocki.
Queen Joseph capitalized on a loose ball to equalize for the Flamingos in the 30th minute.
Canada's goalkeeper, Khadijah Cisse, made several impressive saves that frustrated the Flamingos.
However, the Flamingos paid for their missed chances, as Canada scored three times late in the game, with Julia Amireh netting twice and Melisa Kekic adding another goal.
Olowookere is focused on moving past this defeat and preparing for their next match.
“This was a significant game. Sometimes mistakes occur. We had opportunities in the first half, but we failed to capitalize on them, and we paid a heavy price,” Olowookere stated, as reported by FIFA.com.
“I believe it’s a lesson we will continue to learn from, and we will review our performance to determine how we can bounce back.”
The Flamingos are set to face France in their next match in Rabat on Wednesday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the outcome of the Flamingos' match against Canada?
The Flamingos lost to Canada with a score of 4-1 in their opening match of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Who scored the goals for the Flamingos?
Queen Joseph scored the only goal for the Flamingos, equalizing in the first half.
When is the Flamingos' next match?
The Flamingos will play against France on Wednesday in Rabat.
