Because the countdown to the FIFA U-17 Girls’s World Cup in Morocco continues, Flamingos defender Azeezat Oduntan has expressed confidence that Nigeria can go all the best way and win the event.
Talking forward of the workforce’s departure for Morocco, Oduntan revealed that the squad’s main purpose is to surpass their earlier quarterfinal end and raise the trophy for the primary time within the nation’s historical past. Nigeria is drawn in Group D alongside Canada, France, and Samoa, with their opening match scheduled for Sunday, October 19.
“Our goal is evident — we wish to win the World Cup,” Oduntan mentioned boldly. “We’ve educated very exhausting, and the coaches have ready us effectively. This workforce has unity, spirit, and willpower. We’re able to make Nigeria proud.”
The younger defender praised the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) for his or her assist, highlighting that the workforce’s preparation and amenities have tremendously improved in comparison with earlier tournaments.
“The NFF has performed lots for us. We’ve had camp, performed pleasant matches, and everyone seems to be in excessive spirits. We all know what’s at stake and are decided to deliver the trophy house,” she added.
Oduntan, identified for her sturdy defensive play and management on the sphere, additionally emphasised that the workforce’s religion and perception in God stay a central a part of their motivation.
“We consider God is in management. We’ll give all the things we’ve got, and with His assist, we will obtain one thing particular,” she mentioned.
The Flamingos will open their marketing campaign in opposition to Canada, earlier than taking up France and Samoa in what guarantees to be an exciting group stage. Nigeria completed third on the 2022 version in India, and expectations are excessive that the 2025 squad can go one higher and convey house the final prize.
