Nigeria, Cameroon, Guinea, and Zambia have progressed to the third round of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers after their victories on March 14, 2023. These teams showcased impressive performances with key goals ensuring their qualification for the next stage.
On March 14, 2023, Nigeria, Cameroon, Guinea, and Zambia successfully secured their places in the third round of qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, joining Côte d’Ivoire. Their impressive performances across their qualifying fixtures demonstrated their determination to advance in the tournament.
Nigeria 2-0 South Africa: Nigeria advanced with a 2-0 victory over South Africa in Ikenne, resulting in an aggregate score of 5-1. Harmony Chidi initiated the scoring in the 37th minute, followed by Aishat Animashaun’s goal in the 56th minute. This victory marks a significant step towards Nigeria’s aspirations for the World Cup finals.
Guinea 2-1 Sierra Leone: Guinea qualified for the next round by defeating Sierra Leone 2-1, finishing with an aggregate score of 4-3. Kouyaté Aïcha netted an early goal in the 8th minute, and Aïssatou Diallo added another in the 54th. This win preserves Guinea’s ambitions of reaching the final qualifiers.
Ethiopia 0-1 Cameroon: Cameroon proceeded with a 1-0 victory over Ethiopia, with Tazanou Ange scoring the decisive goal. The aggregate score of 6-2 illustrates Cameroon’s strong position leading into the final qualification round, where they will meet the winner of the Kenya versus Uganda match.
Zambia 1-0 Tanzania: Zambia’s 1-0 win over Tanzania was secured by a late goal from Masela Sekeseke in the 53rd minute, just moments after entering the field. This victory, complemented by a 4-0 aggregate score, enables Zambia, the COSAFA U-17 champions, to advance, setting them up for a match against either Benin or DR Congo in the next round.
In conclusion, Nigeria, Cameroon, Guinea, and Zambia have demonstrated their prowess in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers by securing their places in the third round. With key victories and performances from players like Harmony Chidi and Masela Sekeseke, these teams continue to advance towards their goal of World Cup qualification. The upcoming matches will be crucial in determining who will qualify for the prestigious tournament.
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