By MONDAY AJOGUN

Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has congratulated Nigeria’s Under-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, on their historic qualification for the final of the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

Okpebholo, in a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Dr Patrick Ebojele, described the team’s 3-1 victory over Brazil as a remarkable achievement.

He commended the players for their determination, tactical discipline, teamwork and fighting spirit throughout the competition.

“The Flamingos have demonstrated the resilience and competitive spirit Nigerians were proud of,” Ebojele quoted Okpebholo as saying.

The governor noted that their achievement had brought joy and renewed hope to football fans across the country.

He particularly commended the goal scorers, Queen Joseph and Awawu Bashiru, for their outstanding contributions to the victory.

Okpebholo also praised the entire squad and technical crew for their commitment and dedication, urging the players to remain focused, disciplined and determined ahead of the final.

He expressed confidence in the team’s ability to defeat Japan in Saturday’s final and win the country’s first FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup title.

The governor assured the Flamingos that Nigerians, including the people of Edo, were firmly behind them and would be cheering them on as they pursued the historic title.

He wished the team success in the final, urging the players to seize the opportunity and make Nigeria proud. (NAN)