Nigeria’s U-17 women football team, Flamingos, clinched the Fair Play Trophy at the 2024 World Cup in the Dominican Republic.

This honor was awarded to the team for their exemplary disciplinary record throughout the tournament, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to fair play.

North Korea emerged as tournament champions, defeating Spain 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout in the final match.

Korea DPR lifts the winner’s trophy at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. (Photo by Martín Fonseca/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)

Despite their quarterfinal exit after a 2-0 defeat to the USA, Bankole Olowookere’s squad demonstrated remarkable sportsmanship across all four of their matches, which included group-stage encounters with New Zealand, Ecuador, and host nation, the Dominican Republic.

This conduct earned them the Fair Play award, furthering their reputation for on-field integrity.

In individual honors, Nigeria’s Shakirat Moshood shared the Bronze Boot for her four goals but ultimately fell just short as Spain’s Celia Segura claimed the award with a slight edge due to her two assists.

Shakirat Moshood celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal during the Group A match between Nigeria and Ecuador at CFC Stadium. (Photo by Pedro Vilela – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Meanwhile, the Golden Ball for the tournament’s best player went to Jon Il-chong of North Korea.

(L-R) Celia Segura of Spain, Il Chong Jon; and Paula Comendador pose after the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. (Photo by Martín Fonseca/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)

Spain’s Pau Comendador took home both the Adidas Silver Ball and the Golden Boot for top scorer with five goals.

The USA’s Evan O’Steen was recognized as the tournament’s best goalkeeper, securing the Adidas Golden Glove.