Flamingos captain: World Cup triumph is the start of our journey

Nigeria’s under-17 women’s team, known as the Flamingos, say they are focused on improving after winning the Under-17 World Cup in Morocco, and consider the triumph the beginning of their journey, not the end.

Captain Chidi Harmony said the players intend to surpass their tournament achievement, work on correcting mistakes and improve their individual performances. She added that she hopes to play for one of four or five major European clubs, but did not name them.

Golden Ball winner Oluyobobi Omegiyako said the team had aimed to repeat its success at the West African Football Union (WAFU B) tournament in Côte d’Ivoire, having won both tournaments. She said she is looking forward to achieving more in her career.

Meanwhile, striker Kemi Adegbogui said she is focused on improving her performance and called for greater investment and support for the Nigerian women’s league, noting that there are talents in need of platforms and opportunities to show what they can do.