Nigeria’s Flamingos Set to Face South Africa’s Bantwana in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

 Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, known as the Flamingos, is poised to take on South Africa’s Bantwana in the first leg of the second round of the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The match is scheduled for Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, with kickoff at 4:00 PM South African time (3:00 PM Nigerian time).

The South African Football Association has announced that fans can attend the match free of charge, aiming to bolster support for the home team. The Flamingos arrived in Pretoria ahead of the fixture, receiving a warm welcome from officials and fans alike.

Nigeria’s Flamingos, who secured a bronze medal in the 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, aim to build on their previous success. South Africa’s Bantwana advanced to this stage by defeating Gabon with an aggregate score of 21-2 in the previous round.

For fans unable to attend in person, the match will be broadcast live on various platforms, including local television stations and online streaming services. This encounter promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.