Brazil defender Andreyna has warned that her side must be at their best to overcome Nigeria’s Flamingos in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The two teams will face off on Wednesday night at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, Pitch 3, in Rabat, with a place in the final at stake.
Rilany Silva’s side are determined to win the tournament for the first time in their history but must first navigate a challenging test against an ambitious Nigerian team.
Brazil are also yet to taste defeat in Morocco, having demonstrated resilience in their victories over China PR and Poland.
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Andreyna Ready For Flamingos Showdown
However, Andreyna expects the Flamingos to pose a difficult challenge, insisting that discipline and execution will be crucial in determining the outcome of the encounter.
“I expect a very tough match,” the centre-back told FIFA.
“Not just because it’s against Nigeria, but because it’s a World Cup semi-final. The team that makes the fewest mistakes and executes their game plan the best will win this one.
“I believe our success so far stems from our collective effort – especially our mental strength, which has grown throughout the tournament. Day in and day out, we’ve shown a drive to overcome every challenge that comes our way.”
By Adeboye Amosu
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