Nigeria’s Biggest Win In The History Of The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

According to a report by The Punch on Sunday, October 19, 2025, the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup has officially begun in Morocco, with Nigeria’s Flamingos preparing to face Canada later today in their opening Group D encounter.

As anticipation builds ahead of the match, football enthusiasts have been reminiscing about one of Nigeria’s most dominant moments in youth football history — the Flamingos’ record-breaking victory at the 2012 edition of the tournament.

During that memorable campaign, Nigeria produced a sensational attacking masterclass, demolishing hosts Azerbaijan 11–0. The result remains Nigeria’s biggest win in the competition’s history and one of the most emphatic scorelines ever recorded at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Chinwendu Ihezuo was the star of the show, netting five goals in the encounter. Halimatu Ayinde and Tessy Biahwo both grabbed braces, while Aminat Yakubu and Joy Bokiri also found the back of the net to complete the remarkable scoreline.

The stunning performance highlighted Nigeria’s attacking flair and established the Flamingos as a dominant force at the U-17 level. Since then, the team has continued to shine as one of the most consistent and competitive sides in women’s youth football, earning regular qualifications for the global stage.

The 2025 tournament marks Nigeria’s eighth appearance at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup — a testament to their growth and sustained excellence. In total, the Flamingos have played 28 matches in the competition, recording 14 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses. Their best finish came in 2022 when they secured an impressive third-place medal after a thrilling semi-final run.

As a new generation of young talents prepares to take center stage in Morocco, the Flamingos will be aiming to write another golden chapter in Nigeria’s football history — inspired by the unforgettable 11–0 victory that continues to define their legacy.