The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers saw Nigeria, Guinea, Cameroon, and Zambia secure their places in the third round after successful matches on March 14. Nigeria defeated South Africa 2-0, Guinea won 2-1 against Sierra Leone, Cameroon edged Ethiopia 1-0, and Zambia triumphed over Tanzania 1-0.
In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Nigeria, Cameroon, Guinea, and Zambia have all qualified for the third and final round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers for 2025. These teams progressed following victories in their respective matches held on March 14. They will now join Côte d’Ivoire in the upcoming round.
Nigeria earned their spot by defeating South Africa 2-0, thus securing an aggregate victory of 5-1. Harmony Chidi scored the opening goal in the 37th minute, followed by Aishat Animashaun, who extended the lead with a goal in the 56th minute. This win marks Nigeria’s advancement to the U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers’ finals.
Guinea claimed their qualification by overcoming Sierra Leone with a 2-1 win in the second leg, resulting in an aggregate score of 4-3. Kouyaté Aïcha started the scoring in the 8th minute, and Aïssatou Diallo added another in the 54th minute, thereby ensuring Guinea’s progression to the final stage of the qualifiers.
Cameroon also advanced by defeating Ethiopia 1-0, leading to an aggregate score of 6-2. Tazanou Ange, who had scored in the first leg, secured the sole goal of the match, solidifying Cameroon’s place in the next round against the winner of the Kenya-Uganda matchup.
Lastly, Zambia triumphed over Tanzania with a close 1-0 victory, attributed to Masela Sekeseke’s goal just six minutes after her introduction. With an aggregate score of 4-0, Zambia, the COSAFA U-17 champions, have successfully continued their journey and will face either Benin or DR Congo in the subsequent round.
In summary, Nigeria, Cameroon, Guinea, and Zambia have successfully secured their spots in the third round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. These achievements reflect not only their remarkable performances but also their continued aspirations on the road to the prestigious tournament in 2025.
Original Source: www.cafonline.com
