New Caledonia Celebrate Historic Goal Despite 10-1 Defeat to Nigeria’s Falconets

New Caledonia forward Joceline Kourevi says her side’s first-ever goal at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup was a proud moment for the country, despite their 10-1 defeat to Nigeria’s Falconets. Kourevi scored in the 89th minute to give New Caledonia a historic consolation goal. She praised her country’s support and described qualifying for the tournament as a major achievement for the small island nation. Nigeria’s emphatic win sent the Falconets through to the Round of 16, while New Caledonia exited the competition without a point.

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