By Ambrose Amos
Nigeria’s Falconets booked a place in the quarter-finals of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following a comfortable 3-0 victory over England at the Bielsko-Biala Stadium on Thursday afternoon.
Tosin Rafiu gave Nigeria the lead in the seventh minute.
Rafiu make a superb run into the England box, dribbled past a defender before slotting the ball into the net.
England were awarded a penalty in 33rd minute after Rebecca Adegbemile fouled an opponent inside the box.
Christiana Uzoma however made a superb save to deny Rachel Maltby.
The Falconets doubled their lead two minutes after the break through Benfica striker Janet Akekoromowei.
Substitute Mary Mamudu added the third in the 73rd minute.
Nigeria’s Falconets recorded an impressive 3-0 victory over England in their Round of 16 encounter. The Nigerian side delivered a strong attacking performance while also keeping a clean sheet, ensuring their progression to the next stage of the competition.
The victory over England represents another significant step for Nigeria in their campaign. The Falconets will now turn their attention to the quarter-finals, where they will face another challenge in their pursuit of the U-20 Women’s World Cup title.
France, meanwhile, were unable to secure a place in the last eight after suffering a 3-1 defeat against Canada. The result ended France’s participation in the tournament, while Canada advanced to the quarter-final stage.
The latest knockout results have further reduced the number of teams still competing for the trophy. With the Round of 16 continuing, several nations are battling for the remaining quarter-final places.
Nigeria’s 3-0 triumph over England was one of the standout results, as the Falconets combined defensive discipline with an effective attacking display. Their three-goal margin also means they enter the next round with confidence following a convincing knockout victory.
As the remaining Round of 16 fixtures are completed, the full quarter-final line-up will become clear. Nigeria will now wait for their confirmed opponent before beginning preparations for the next stage.
The Falconets will be hoping to maintain their momentum when they return to action in the quarter-finals, with their ultimate target remaining a deep run in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Nigeria will meet the winner of the Poland versus Colombia Round of 16 tie in the last-eight.
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