By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
The Flamingos departed Abuja for Bamako, Mali on Thursday ahead of their 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso.
The contingent made the trip from Abuja via a Air Cote d’Ivoire flight.
The third round first leg clash is slated for Stade 26 March, Bamako on Saturday.
The reverse fixture will hold a week later at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja.
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They are set for a handsome win in the Malian capital to make the return leg in Abuja a mere formality.
