2026 U-17 WWC: Yusuf Awarded Player Of The Match After Impressive Display Vs North Korea

Nigeria international Kanyinsola Yusuf was named Player of the Match after scoring a crucial goal and delivering a standout performance in the Flamingos’ 3-1 victory over North Korea at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Nigeria took the lead in the 25th minute through Oluwakemi Adegbuyi before Oluebube doubled the advantage in the 38th minute to send the Flamingos into halftime with a comfortable cushion.

The West Africans put the game further beyond North Korea’s reach in the 58th minute when Yusuf fired home a brilliant goal, much to the delight of the technical crew on the touchline.

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North Korea managed to pull a goal back in the 82nd minute through Yu Jong-Hyang, reducing the deficit to 3-1, but Nigeria comfortably held firm for the remainder of the contest.

Yusuf’s exceptional work rate, impact, and overall influence proved decisive on the night, securing not only her individual accolade but also booking Nigeria’s place in the knockout stages of the tournament.

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