Flamingos edge out Venezuela to reach U-17 World Cup semi-finals

Flamingos edge out Venezuela to reach U-17 World Cup semi-finals

A single goal was all it took. Nigeria's Flamingos beat Venezuela 1-0 to secure their spot in the semi-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, and the result has the whole continent buzzing.

It was a tight, disciplined performance from the young Nigerian side, who held their nerve against a determined Venezuelan team to claim one of the most coveted spots in the tournament.

The Flamingos are now just two wins away from lifting the trophy, and if you know anything about this group of girls, you know they are not done yet.

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