Nigeria's U-17 women's team, the Flamingos, have secured a spot in the knockout stage of the U-17 Women's World Cup after defeating the Dominican Republic. The Flamingos' 1-0 victory on Tuesday marked their third win in the group stage, earning them a perfect 9 points. Head coach Bankole Olowookere expressed his excitement and pride in the team's performance.
Coach Olowookere, while celebrating the win, emphasized the importance of managing the team's energy for upcoming matches. "I’m so happy, I’m happy for myself, happy for the team and happy for the whole of Nigeria," he stated. The coach also acknowledged that the team needs to conserve their energy, considering the high number of matches they will play.
Olowookere highlighted that the match against the Dominican Republic required careful strategy to ensure the team remained fit and focused for the knockout rounds. "We knew in this match we had to manage our energy and strength; these are young girls with many games to play, so we had to take it easy," he added.
The Flamingos' perfect group-stage performance has raised hopes for a deep run in the tournament. With their progression to the next round secured, the team will be looking to continue their impressive form in the knockout phase.
As the competition intensifies, fans and football enthusiasts across Nigeria will be eagerly watching to see how far the Flamingos can go in their quest for U-17 World Cup glory.
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