Venezuela's U-17 women's football team was eliminated from the 2026 U-17 Women's World Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Nigeria in the quarterfinals. The match, held in Morocco, ended with a late penalty awarded to Nigeria in stoppage time. The goal sealed Venezuela's exit from the tournament, ending their campaign.
Venezuela's head coach, Dayana Frías, reflected on the loss, acknowledging the challenge posed by Nigeria's strong performance. The team had entered the match with hopes of advancing to the semifinals, but the penalty in the final moments proved decisive. Nigeria's victory ensured their place in the next round, while Venezuela's journey came to an end.
This marks the second consecutive World Cup where Venezuela's U-17 women's team has been eliminated in the quarterfinals. The team had previously reached the quarterfinals in 2022, but this year's run was shorter. Nigeria, on the other hand, continues its strong showing in the tournament, having won several matches and now advancing to the semifinals. The result highlights the growing competitiveness of Nigerian youth football on the international stage.
