Kanyinsola Yusuf Stars as Flamingos Beat North Korea 3-1 to Reach U-17 World Cup Knockouts

Kanyinsola Yusuf was named Player of the Match after scoring in Nigeria’s 3-1 win over North Korea at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Oluwakemi Adegbuyi opened the scoring in the 25th minute, while Oluebube made it 2-0 before halftime. Yusuf added Nigeria’s third goal in the 58th minute with a fine finish. Yu Jong-Hyang pulled one back for North Korea in the 82nd minute, but the Flamingos held on comfortably. The victory secured Nigeria’s place in the knockout stage.

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