FIFA begins U-17 Women's World Cup countdown with Mascot unveiling as Nigeria ready to make history

FIFA begins U-17 Women's World Cup countdown with Mascot unveiling as Nigeria ready to make history

Hassan Abdulsalam 10:35 - 08.07.2024

The Mascot embodies the dedication of the young women footballers participating in in the tournament.

Ahead of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2024, the World football governing body has unveiled the official mascot for the tournament.

With just 100 days to go until the big kick-off in the Dominican Republic, the official mascot has been revealed, and it's a true celebration of the island nation.

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TANÍ™️: A Name Rooted in History and Beauty

Meet TANÍ™️, a vibrant character inspired by the Bayahibe rose, the Dominican Republic's national flower.

The mascot's name is a beautiful blend of "Taíno," referencing the indigenous people of the Caribbean island, and "Ana," meaning "flower" in the Taíno language.

TANÍ™️ isn't just visually stunning, it embodies the blossoming talent and spirit of the young female footballers who will compete in this historic tournament.

It is especially significant as they'll be the last group to play in the current format, a biennial competition with 16 teams.

From 2025, the U-17 Women's World Cup will expand to an annual event featuring 24 teams.

The mascot will be a familiar sight at matches held in the two host cities: Santo Domingo, where the Felix Sanchez Stadium will come alive, and Santiago de los Caballeros, where the action unfolds at the CFC Stadium.

Nigeria to battle host nation

The Dominican Republic is gearing up to welcome 16 talented teams as Nigeria's Flamingos are drawn with the host nations Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and New Zealand in Group A.

The championship is set to take place from October 16 to November 3, 2024.

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