Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have returned to Abuja following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The team, led by coach Akeem Busari, emerged champions after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final to claim the title.
The players and their officials departed Rabat, Morocco, in the early hours of Monday aboard a Royal Air Maroc flight. Their aircraft landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at approximately 5:50 a.m. Nigerian time.
Following their arrival, the victorious team was expected to embark on a trophy parade across major streets in the Federal Capital Territory, giving Nigerians an opportunity to celebrate their achievement.
The planned roadshow was scheduled to begin around Eagle Square and the Federal Secretariat in the Central Business District before proceeding through Julius Berger Roundabout and Wuse Market.
The procession was also expected to pass through Maitama, Asokoro and Apo districts as part of the celebrations.
Meanwhile, the official reception in honour of the world champions has been postponed to a later date due to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s busy schedule.
The Flamingos’ return marks another moment of celebration for Nigerian football, following their impressive performance at the global tournament.
Their 2-1 victory over Japan in the final secured the championship title and brought attention to the achievements of the country’s young female footballers.
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