Falconets bow out after slim defeat to Colombia

Nigeria’s Falconets were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in Lodz. The Nigerian team dominated the first half, with Janet Akekoromowei hitting the crossbar. However, after Kafayat Mafisere was sent off in the 77th minute, Colombia capitalized on the numerical advantage to score the winning goal through Valerin Loboa in stoppage time.