FLAMINGOS vs JAPAN: OZEKHOME CHARGES GIRLS TO MAKE HISTORY IN RABAT
By Cerutti Media Nigeria's Flamingos will tonight, Saturday, November 7, 2026, by 7:30pm Nigerian time, face Japan in the final of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Rabat, Morocco. It is a historic night — the first time any African team has ever reached the final of the tournament. Ahead of the game, Cerutti Media spoke to renowned constitutional lawyer and football lover, Prof. Mike Ozekhome, CON, who charged the girls to go and make history. Prof. Ozekhome said the Flamingos have already broken a barrier no African team has ever broken, after losing their opening game 2-1 to Poland and then winning five straight games, including a 3-1 win over defending champions North Korea and a 3-1 win over Brazil in the semi-final. He described the team as a true reflection of the Nigerian spirit — resilient, talented and unstoppable. On Japan, Prof. Ozekhome warned that the Asians are experienced, disciplined and patient, having reached their fourth final after winning the title in 201...