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Yina Shines as Falconets’ Player of the Match in Colombia 2024 Win Over Korea

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Falconets’ Yina earned the Player of the Match title after leading Nigeria to victory against Korea in Colombia 2024.

 

 

NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Falconets’ star Philomena Addo Yina was honoured with the Player of the Match award following her impressive performance in Nigeria’s victory over Korea on Monday morning.

 

The tightly contested Group D encounter at the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup ended 1-0 in favor of Chris Danjuma’s team. The match was decided by a crucial 84th-minute goal from Flourish Sabastine, which ultimately secured the win for Nigeria.

 

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Nigeria secured their fourth consecutive victory over Korea, having previously won 2-0 in 2012, 2-1 in 2014, and 1-0 in 2022.

 

Philomina Addo Yina was Nigeria’s standout performer in the fiercely contested match. Following the game, the midfielder took to social media to celebrate her Player of the Match award.

 

“Jude 1:24-25. All glory, honor, and praise belong to You, Father, the KING of kings and LORD of lords! Nigerians, this is for you. My teammates, this is for you. My coach and the staff, this is for you. My family, this is for every one of you. On to the next,” she wrote on X.

 

The Falconets are set to face former champions Germany in their next game on Wednesday.

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Obijiaku Ikenna

Obijiaku Ikenna Louis is an Undergraduate Student of Caleb University, Studying Mass Communication. He is a Sports Analyst and Enthusiast.

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