Flamingos Earn $50,000 After Historic 2026 U-17 World Cup Triumph

Nigeria’s Flamingos have received a $50,000 reward after winning their first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title. They beat Japan 2-1 in Saturday night’s final in Rabat, Morocco. Alhaji Saleh Ahmadu presented the cash reward at a reception celebrating the team. National Sports Commission Chairman Shehu Dikko, Director-General Bukola Olopade and Nigeria Customs Service Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi also attended. The team is expected to receive further incentives from other stakeholders. The victory is a landmark achievement for Nigerian women’s football.

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