Nigeria’s Flamingos secured a 3-2 victory against Benin Republic in the first leg of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final qualifying round at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. Benin initially took the lead with a goal from Yenido Romaine Gandonou in the 14th minute, but the Flamingos managed to come back and win the match.

Getrude Chandiru, recognized as the player of the tournament in Namibia during the 2017 Africa Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers, has transitioned from wearing yellow to maroon. Her performance was pivotal in leading Uganda to victory over Zimbabwe, securing a spot at the Global Qualifiers in 2018 held in the Netherlands. Chandiru excelled in the African Qualifiers, showcasing her skills with both bat and ball.

Team Nigeria achieved notable success at the 2026 Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad held in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast, winning three silver medals and one bronze. This included a historic double-silver podium finish by two female students from Nigeria, marking a significant milestone for the country's representation in the competition.

Nigeria's D'Tigers achieved a perfect record in the World Cup qualifying window by defeating Rwanda, following earlier victories against Tunisia and Guinea. This emphatic win marked the completion of their three-game qualifying series without any losses, according to Premium Times.

In a recent match at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, the Flamingos faced off against the Benin Republic in Ikenne. The Amazons managed to equalize 11 minutes after the Flamingos scored, with Nazifatou Dangui successfully shooting past goalkeeper Ijirigho, following a strong play by Gandonou that exploited the Flamingos' defense.

The national under 17 girls’ football team of Kenya secured a significant 2-0 victory against South Africa, advancing their prospects for the Under 17 World Cup. Head coach Mildred Cheche praised the team's mental strength following the match, highlighting their performance as a crucial step towards their goal.