2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos to face Mexico in Round of 16

Nigeria’s Flamingos will take on Mexico in the Round of 16 of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, DAILY POST reports.

Mexico finished second in Group F to set up a date with Akeem Busari’s side.

The North Americans defeated Australia 1-0 in their last group game on Sunday to book their passage in the knockout round.

Citlalli Reyes scored the winning goal for the 2025 bronze medalists.

The Flamingos also finished second in Group B behind defending champions North Korea.

Nigeria and Mexico will battle for a place in the quarterfinals in Salé on Thursday, 29 October.