As the anticipation for the female FIFA U-17 World Cup taking place in Azerbaijan reaches an all-time high, world football governing body, FIFA, on Wednesday held a drug enlightenment seminar for the Nigeria’s Flamingoes and other teams taking part in this year’s competition.
During the interactive session with the medical (anti-doping unit) and the refereeing units, the team was intimated with the dos and don’ts relating to the competition, as well as what drugs or drinks to take (or avoid) and players’ conduct on the field of play.
After the session, both players and officials where formally accredited for the tournament and a plaque certifying the team’s participation for the tournament was handed over to the head coach and team captain.
With the most formidable powers in women’s football – Germany, USA, Japan, Korea DPR, Brazil – being among the sides the Flamingoes will contend with for the ultimate prize, the mood in camp has been full of excitement with the girls in high spirit.
The team also continued training on both natural and artificial turfs because the group matches would be played on both turfs.