Nigeria’s Flamingos learn their 2026 World Cup qualifying path
Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team, the Flamingos, now know their route to the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after the African qualifiers draw. The Confederation of African Football revealed that the Flamingos will start their campaign in the second round, facing either Niger or Guinea. The team has a strong history in the competition, having qualified for eight out of nine editions since 2008. Four African teams will join host Morocco at the 2026 tournament.
Match highlights
- The Flamingos will enter the qualifiers at the second round and play the winner of Niger vs Guinea.
- The first leg of that tie is set for May 22 to 24, with the return leg on May 29 to 31.
- If successful, the Flamingos will play in the third round, with matches scheduled for July 3 to 5 and July 10 to 12.
- Nigeria received a bye to the third round due to their strong record in the competition.
- Four African teams will qualify for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, alongside the host nation.
