WAFU B U-17: Flamingos Target Fourth Straight Win Against Ivory Coast
Nigeria’s Flamingos will look to extend their perfect run at the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Women’s Championship when they face hosts Ivory Coast in their penultimate group-stage fixture on Thursday in Yamoussoukro.
The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled for 7pm at the Lycee Scientifique Yamoussoukro, with both teams seeking a positive result as the race for the tournament title intensifies.
Nigeria have made an impressive start to the competition, winning each of their three matches to collect a maximum nine points and establish themselves at the top of the standings.
The Flamingos opened their campaign with a commanding 5-0 victory over Niger before overcoming Ghana 4-2 and defeating Burkina Faso 2-0.
A total of 11 goals scored and just two conceded in three matches underlines Nigeria’s strong attacking and defensive performances so far.
Ivory Coast have also demonstrated considerable attacking threat, finding the net 12 times in their opening three matches while conceding three goals.
The hosts began with a 3-2 victory over Togo but suffered a 1-0 defeat to Burkina Faso before responding emphatically with a 9-0 rout of Niger.
With six points each, Ivory Coast and Ghana currently occupy second and third positions respectively, while Togo and Burkina Faso have three points apiece. Niger remain without a point.
The result could have significant implications for the final standings, with Nigeria seeking to consolidate their position at the summit and Ivory Coast looking to strengthen their challenge.
Thursday’s Fixtures
- Ghana vs Niger — 3pm
- Togo vs Burkina Faso — 5pm
- Ivory Coast vs Nigeria — 7pm
The Flamingos will enter the headline fixture aiming for a fourth consecutive victory and another step towards finishing the competition with a perfect record.
