Despite his team’s triumph over the Flamingos, Mickael Ferreira, head coach of the France U-17 Women’s team, has positive things to say about Nigeria. In their second group match of the ongoing 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, Les Bluettes narrowly defeated Bankole Olowookere’s team 1-0 on Wednesday night. Both teams were separated on the evening by a goal by Maissa Fathallah in the 81st minute. Ferreira stated that they were aware that the Flamingos would provide challenges. We were aware that the contest would be difficult. Ferreira told FIFA.com, “This Nigerian team is very brave, very united, and very committed.” The victory sent France to the knockout stage. To have a chance of overcoming the group stage obstacle, the Flamingos must now defeat Samoa in their final group match.
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