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2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets bow out after slim defeat to Colombia
Nigeria’s Falconets have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in Lodz on Sunday.
Moses Aduku’s side dominated proceedings in the first half with Janet Akekoromowei hitting the cross bar.
Tumininu Adeshina also forced a save from Luisa Agudelo.
The pattern of play continued after the break with Nigeria piling pressure on the Colombian defence.
Momentum however shifted towards Colombia after Kafayat Mafisere was sent off in the 77th minute.
The South Americans capitalised on the numerical advantage to score the winning goal through Valerin Loboa in stoppage time.
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