Head coach of Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, Akeem Busari, has expressed satisfaction with the steady progress of the Flamingos after the team scored an impressive 21 goals in four preparatory matches ahead of their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Guinea.
The Flamingos continued their fine form with a dominant 7-2 victory over YAFA U15 Boys, extending an unbeaten run that has seen the team record emphatic wins and display attacking consistency under the new coach.
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Speaking after the latest friendly, Busari praised the team’s mentality, discipline, and attacking identity, while stressing that development remains his major focus.
“The girls are responding well to our philosophy and training methods. What we want is a team that plays with confidence, intensity, discipline, and purpose,” Busari said.
“Scoring 21 goals in four games is encouraging, but beyond the goals, I am more impressed with their understanding of the game and the way they are growing together as a team.”
The coach also highlighted the importance of the preparatory matches in getting the players ready for the challenges ahead.
“These friendly games are helping us build match fitness, tactical awareness, and team chemistry. The objective is to ensure the players are fully prepared mentally and physically for the qualifiers.”
Busari reiterated that his long-term vision is to develop players capable of progressing into higher national teams, including the Super Falcons.
“Development is still the priority. We want to build a strong foundation and create players who can represent Nigeria successfully at every level.”
The Flamingos’ recent preparatory results include:
6-0 vs Nazareth Queens
7-0 vs Generation Next
1-1 vs Real Rising Stars SC Boys
7-2 vs YAFA U15 Boys
Against YAFA, hat-trick heroine Oluebube Umejiaku led the attacking display with goals in the 13th, 25th, and 36th minutes, while Wuraola Olayiwola, Sefiat Idris, Aminat Adebisi, and Queen Joseph also found the net.
Nigeria will now shift focus to the crucial FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying fixture against Guinea later this month.
