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<br>Nigeria’s Flamingos took a major step toward the final round of the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, defeating South Africa 3-1 in Pretoria.
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Shakirat Moshood opened the [scoring](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-culture/) in the 20th minute.
Harmony Chidi doubled Nigeria’s lead in the 41st minute via a penalty.
South Africa pulled one back from the penalty spot in the 47th minute.
Harmony Chidi completed her brace in the 68th minute, [sealing](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/national-team-news/nigerias-all-time-top-10-super-eagles-goal-scorers/) the 3-1 win.
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<br>The return leg will take place next week in Ikenne, Nigeria, with the winner advancing to the [final qualification](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/international-nigerian-footballers/michael-olise-explains-his-decision-to-choose-france-over-nigeria/) round.
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<br>The FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup is scheduled to be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 5, 2025.
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<br>The Flamingos' dominant display against South Africa is a testament to Nigeria’s strength in [youth football](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-events-and-tournaments/). Despite conceding a goal, the team showed attacking prowess and defensive resilience to secure a [crucial](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/al-ahli-reach-agreement-with-victor-osimhen-e40-million-annual-salary/) away win.
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<br>With the return leg in Nigeria, the Flamingos now have the advantage and must remain focused to complete the job in Ikenne. If they secure qualification, Nigeria will once again prove why it remains a [powerhouse](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/bayern-munich-activate-release-clause-for-granada-striker-edna-imade/) in African women’s football.
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<br>Did You Know?
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Nigeria has never missed a FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, qualifying for every edition since 2008.
The Flamingos finished third in the last U17 Women’s World Cup 2022, their best-ever performance.
Harmony Chidi’s brace makes her the Flamingos’ top scorer in the current qualification series.
The [return leg](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/local-clubs-and-academies/mubaraq-last-minute-goal-seals-gateway-win-over-first-bank/) will be played in Ikenne, one of Nigeria’s growing football hubs.
Morocco will be the first to host the U17 Women’s World Cup, highlighting the growth of women’s football on the continent.
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