Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have arrived in Casablanca, Morocco, as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Trybal News reports.
The Nigerian contingent landed in Casablanca at 10:16am local time and has settled at the Ibis Hotel, where the team will continue preparations ahead of the tournament.
Head coach Akeem Busari has named a 21-player squad for Nigeria’s campaign, with the Flamingos drawn in Group B alongside Poland, Puerto Rico and North Korea.
Nigeria will open their campaign against Poland on October 17 before facing Puerto Rico on October 20 and North Korea on October 23.
The Flamingos will be aiming to make a strong impression at the tournament as they begin their preparations on Moroccan soil.
Morocco is hosting the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with the competition scheduled to run from October 17 to November 8.
