Nigeria advances to the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

 Nigeria continued their remarkable journey in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over tournament hosts the Dominican Republic on October 23, advancing to the quarter-finals.

The match was decided by a late goal from Shakirat Moshood in the 89th minute, showcasing Nigeria's strong representation of Africa on the global stage.

From the outset, Nigeria took control, applying pressure on the Dominican defense with their fluid and dynamic play. Their coordinated efforts led to precise passing and well-planned movements.

The first half saw Nigeria dominate possession, creating several chances but failing to convert. Under the guidance of coach Bankole Olowookere, they maintained their strategy, leaving little space for the hosts while ramping up their attacking efforts.

In the second half, the Dominican Republic tried to respond, fueled by their home crowd, but struggled to create clear opportunities, consistently met with a solid Nigerian defense.

In the closing moments, Nigeria finally broke through. Shakirat Moshood struck a stunning shot from outside the box in the 89th minute, finding the net just under the crossbar and securing their place in the next round.

Nigeria's next challenge is against the United States on Saturday at 19:30 GMT, where a win would propel them into the semi-finals.