2026 U-17 WWC: Bashiru Wins Player Of The Match In Flamingos’ Dominant Win Over Brazil

Nigeria’s U-17 Women’s National Team star Awawu Bashiru produced an outstanding individual performance, scoring a brilliant second-half brace to earn the Player of the Match award in the Flamingos’ 3–1 victory over Brazil in the semi-finals of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

The Nigerian youngster proved to be a constant thorn in the side of the South American defense throughout the encounter.

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Operating at the heart of every dangerous attacking move launched by the Flamingos, Bashiru’s relentless movement and sharp decision-making kept Brazil’s backline under relentless pressure.

Bashiru’s brilliance paid off in the 71st minute when she netted Nigeria’s second goal to break the deadlock.

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She capped off her stellar display in the 80th minute, coolly converting a precise pass from teammate Oluebube Umejiaku to double her tally and put the match completely beyond Brazil’s reach.

The decisive victory secures the Flamingos a place in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final, as Nigeria continues their dominant campaign on Moroccan soil.

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