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Speaking to thenff.com, Olowookere explained the importance of securing a big result at home in order to ease the pressure ahead of next week’s second leg in Blida.

Her presence in the women’s 100 metres hurdles instantly elevates the field, which boasts some of the fiercest rivals in world athletics.

The return leg will take place at the Stade Mustapha Tchaker in Blida, on April 25, with the winner on aggregate progressing to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup finals.

The victory keeps Fortuna Hjorring firmly at the top of the Danish league with seven matches to go, as they eye a return to championship glory.

The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) confirmed that all efforts, including diplomatic channels, were exhausted to secure her participation.​

The 23-year-old forward came off the bench to replace Gabrielle Carle in a 2-0 away victory over Racing Louisville FC.

Ucheibe opened the scoring with a powerful header on the half-hour mark — her second goal of the season in 11 league appearances.

Nigeria, drawn in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania, are eyeing their record-extending 12th WAFCON title.

Okunwa-Igunbor also drew attention to the home-based players who are often overlooked, calling for immediate integration of local league stars into the preparation plans.

The last FIFA break before WAFCON is from May 26 to June 3, 2025—just one month before the tournament.