2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: First-Leg Recap & Second-Leg Preview!
The journey to the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup is heating up, and the second round of qualifiers has already delivered drama, surprises, and spectacular goals!
From Nigeria’s dominance in South Africa to Burundi shocking Côte d’Ivoire in Abidjan, the young queens of African football have shown skill, determination, and a hunger for success. But while some teams are celebrating, others have serious work to do in the second leg!
So, who’s flying high? Who’s on the brink of elimination? And who has a chance to pull off a miracle comeback? Let’s dive into the first-leg recap and preview the all-important return leg matches!
🔥 First-Leg Recap: Who Stole the Show?
🇳🇬 Nigeria 3-1 South Africa – Flamingos in Control!
Nigeria came into this tie as heavy favorites, and they showed exactly why! Shakirat Moshood scored twice, while Harmony Chidi added a third to seal a dominant 3-1 victory in Pretoria.
South Africa did manage to get a goal, but let’s be honest—beating Nigeria at this level is almost impossible. The Flamingos now head into the second leg in Abuja with one foot in the next round.
🇰🇪 Kenya 2-0 Uganda – The East African Shock!
Who saw this coming? Uganda was expected to handle business at home, but Kenya had other plans! Goals from Nasipwondi and Ogola secured a 2-0 victory for the Junior Starlets in Kampala.
Now, Uganda faces an uphill battle in Nairobi. Can they overturn this result, or is Kenya cruising into the next round?
🇨🇲 Cameroon 5-2 Ethiopia – No Mercy!
If there’s one team that showed no chill, it was Cameroon! They ran riot against Ethiopia, smashing in five goals while conceding two.
Ethiopia now needs at least a 3-goal win in the second leg—and that’s if Cameroon decides to take it easy (which they won’t!).
🇬🇳 Guinea 2-2 Sierra Leone – A Battle with No Winners!
This was pure drama! Both teams fought hard, and neither could pull away, leaving the tie wide open for the second leg.
With everything to play for, expect fireworks when these two meet again!
🇧🇼 Botswana 2-1 Algeria – The Biggest Upset!
Algeria dominated possession but couldn’t convert their chances, while Botswana was clinical and took home a 2-1 victory.
Now, Algeria needs to step up at home or risk an embarrassing exit from the qualifiers!
🇿🇲 Zambia 3-0 Tanzania – Copper Princesses Shine!
Zambia didn’t just win; they dominated! After a goalless first half, Grace Phiri opened the scoring, and Mercy Chipasula finished things off with a late brace, including a penalty in the 89th minute.
With a three-goal advantage, Zambia is already halfway through to the next round. Can Tanzania pull off a miracle? Doubt it!
🇧🇯 Benin 2-0 DR Congo – Tactical Masterclass!
Benin played smart, tactical football and made the most of their chances. Hermione Lokossou and Romaine Gandonou scored the goals, giving them a solid advantage heading into the second leg in Kinshasa.
But can DR Congo flip the script at home? Time will tell!
🇧🇮 Burundi 3-1 Côte d’Ivoire – A Major Shock!
Côte d’Ivoire was expected to win comfortably at home, but Burundi had other ideas! They secured a 3-1 away victory, leaving the Ivorians in serious trouble.
Now, Côte d’Ivoire must win by at least three goals in Burundi to have any hope. Mission impossible? Maybe!
🔮 Second-Leg Preview: Who’s Making It to the Next Round?
The return legs are set, and teams have one final chance to secure their place in the next round. Who will rise? Who will fall? Let’s break it down!
📅 Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Burundi vs Côte d’Ivoire – Côte d’Ivoire must overturn a two-goal deficit. Do they have what it takes?
📅 Saturday, March 15, 2025
- Ethiopia vs Cameroon – Ethiopia needs to win by three goals just to force penalties. Unlikely!
- Zambia vs Tanzania – Tanzania needs a miracle. Zambia just needs to finish the job!
- Nigeria vs South Africa – South Africa must win by at least three goals in Abuja. Not happening!
- Guinea vs Sierra Leone – With a 2-2 draw from the first leg, this is anyone’s game!
📅 Sunday, March 16, 2025
- Kenya vs Uganda – Can Uganda fight back, or will Kenya make history?
- DR Congo vs Benin – DR Congo has home advantage, but Benin is in control.
- Algeria vs Botswana – Algeria must win or risk a shock elimination!
💬 Predictions! Who’s Advancing?
Now, it’s time for YOU to get involved!
Who do you think will qualify for the next round? Can Côte d’Ivoire make a comeback? Will Nigeria dominate again? Can Algeria recover from their shock defeat?
Drop your bold predictions in the comments! Let’s debate and discuss!
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🔥 Until next time, keep the football spirit alive!
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