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Nigeria’s Falconets Open U-20 World Cup Against Spain

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Nigeria face Spain at 5 p.m. Nigerian time on Monday in their Group F opener at Arena Sosnowiec in Poland.
  • Nigeria have reached every edition of the tournament and finished runners-up twice, while Spain won in 2022 and finished second in 2024.
  • A win would give Nigeria an early boost in a group that also includes China PR and New Caledonia.

Nigeria’s Falconets begin their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign against Spain on Monday in a Group F opener at Arena Sosnowiec in Poland.

The match starts at 5 p.m. Nigerian time and presents a demanding first test for Moses Aduku’s team. Spain are among the leading sides in the competition, having won the tournament in 2022 before finishing runners-up in 2024.

Nigeria bring considerable tournament experience of their own. The Falconets have appeared at every edition and have twice finished second, in 2010 and 2014, but they are still seeking their first world title.

Their preparations included a 1-0 friendly win over hosts Poland, with Mary Mamudu scoring the only goal. Aduku has said his players will approach the Spain match like a cup final, underlining the importance of making a strong start. China PR and New Caledonia complete Group F.

We will approach it like a cup final.

· Moses AdukuNigeria’s coach described the importance of the team’s opening Group F match against Spain.
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