FC Robo youngster Rodiat Kanyinsola Yusuf has revealed how determination, hard work and teamwork helped Nigeria’s Flamingos secure a 3-1 victory over defending champions North Korea at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, Footynaija reports.
Yusuf scored her first goal of the tournament with a superb direct free-kick in the second half, capping an impressive performance that earned her the Player of the Match award.
The victory secured Nigeria’s place in the knockout stage, with the Flamingos finishing second in their group on six points.
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Speaking after the match, Yusuf expressed her delight at helping Nigeria achieve the result they had targeted, crediting the team’s commitment and consistency for their success against the Asian side.
“I feel so excited because we were determined that this is the result we wanted and we got it through hard work and consistency,” Yusuf revealed.
The young midfielder also stressed the importance of collective effort and the coaching staff’s guidance, explaining that the players followed their instructions to overcome the defending champions.
“We worked as a team and with the help of the coaches’ instructions we were able to get our result.”
Yusuf targets more success with Flamingos
Yusuf’s free-kick gave her a memorable moment on the world stage while helping Nigeria secure a crucial three points.
Reflecting on the strike, she said she was particularly pleased that her first goal of the competition came in a match that delivered the result the team wanted.
“It was a good moment for me, scoring my first goal in this match. It is a remarkable memory for me and I am so much excited we got the win that we wanted,” she said.
With Nigeria now preparing for the knockout stage, Yusuf urged her teammates to put the victory behind them and maintain their focus as they pursue further success in Morocco.
“We should keep our heads up. This we have played and it has gone. We just have to keep giving our best every time and every match.”
Yusuf will hope to carry her form into the knockout stage as Nigeria continue their campaign for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title.
