As the Nigeria Falconets prepare to face Colombia on Sunday at 2pm GMT in Poland for the 2026 FIFA U‑20 Women’s World Cup quarter‑final, both teams arrive with similar results but very different statistical profiles.
Nigeria advanced after a commanding 3–0 victory over England in the Round of 16 at the Bielsko‑Biała Stadium, while Colombia edged hosts Poland 1–0.
Below is a full statistical comparison of both teams after four matches each.
| Category | Nigeria | Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 4 | 4 |
| Wins | 2 | 2 |
| Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Goals Scored / Conceded | 13 / 3 | 4 / 4 |
| Group Finish | 2nd (Group F) | 3rd (Group E) |
| Goal Difference | +10 | 0 |
| Round of 16 Result | 3–0 vs England | 1–0 vs Poland |
| Line Breaks (Att/Comp) | 441 / 257 | 401 / 199 |
Nigeria’s Numbers Behind Their 2026 World Cup Run
Team Stats
- 586 offers to receive
- 257 line breaks completed from 441 attempted
- 604 pressing actions
- 147 forced turnovers
- 228 final‑third entries received
- 81 down the left
- 59 down the right
Individual Leaders
- Jumai Adebayo — 197 passes, 100 attempted line breaks, 57 completed
- Queen Joseph — 109 sprints
- Janet Akekoromowei — 20 attempts at goal, 51 receptions between midfield and defensive lines
- Kafayat Mafisere — 119 offers to receive, 118 pressing actions
- Tumininu Adeshina — 30 crosses
- Tosin Rafiu — 37.70 km covered (most in squad)
Nigeria enter the quarter‑finals with superior attacking numbers, a stronger defensive record, and higher pressing intensity. Colombia, however, remain compact and difficult to break down, making Sunday’s clash a tight tactical battle.
