Umejiaku named best player as Nigeria celebrate historic U-17 World Cup triumph

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Umejiaku was recognised after helping the Flamingos secure their first world title with a 2-1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat.

The Nigeria forward scored the decisive second goal in the final, taking her tournament tally to four goals. Her contribution throughout the competition earned her the top individual award.

DPR Korea’s Yu Jong-hyang was presented with the adidas Silver Ball, while Japan forward Fuki Ito received the Bronze Ball.

The leading goalscorer award went to United States forward Maddie DiMaria, who finished the tournament with 12 goals to claim the adidas Golden Boot.

Yu Jong-hyang added the adidas Silver Boot to her collection, with her DPR Korea team-mate Ri Ui-gyong taking the Bronze Boot.

DPR Korea goalkeeper Kim Son-gyong was named the tournament’s best goalkeeper and awarded the adidas Golden Glove.

Japan, who were beaten by Nigeria in the final, received the FIFA Fair Play Trophy.

– adidas Golden Ball: Oluebube Umejiaku (Nigeria) – adidas Silver Ball: Yu Jong-hyang (DPR Korea) – adidas Bronze Ball: Fuki Ito (Japan) – adidas Golden Boot: Maddie DiMaria (USA 12 goals) – adidas Silver Boot: Yu Jong-hyang (DPR Korea) – adidas Bronze Boot: Ri Ui-gyong (DPR Korea) – adidas Golden Glove: Kim Son-gyong (DPR Korea) – FIFA Fair Play Trophy: Japan