2026 U-20 WWC: Akekoromowei Bags POTM In Falconets’ Win Over England
Janet Akekoromowei was named Player of the Match after Nigeria’s Falconets secured a commanding 3-0 victory over England in their Round of 16 clash at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Tosin Rafiu opened the scoring in the eighth minute with a strong contender for Goal of the Tournament.
The midfielder surged down the left flank before cutting inside, skilfully evading the England defence and firing a powerful effort past goalkeeper Katie Cox.
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Akekoromowei doubled Nigeria’s lead two minutes after the restart with a superb left-footed volley. The Benfica striker’s effort marked her second goal of the tournament.
Substitute Mary Mamudu completed the scoring 17 minutes from full time, sealing a thoroughly deserved victory for Moses Aduku’s side.
Nigeria will now face the winner of the Poland-Colombia tie in the quarter-finals in Lodz on Sunday.
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