2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets captain, Uzoma reflects on win over England

Author: Mike OyebolaPublished on: September 18, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2026 U-20 WWC: Falconets captain, Uzoma reflects on win over England

Falconets captain, Christianah Uzoma, stated that determination helped the team secure a 3-0 victory over England in their Round of 16 match. Goals were scored by Tosin Rafiu, Janet Akekoromowei, and Mary Mamudu. Uzoma expressed the team's goal of reaching the final and winning the World Cup. Nigeria will face Colombia for a place in the semi-finals on Sunday in Lodz.

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