Mali showcased impressive progress, securing a spot in the U-17 World Cup knockout phase with a resounding 5-1 victory over Canada. Meanwhile, Spain, despite a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan, clinched the top spot in Group B. Here’s a roundup of the latest sports action:
Group A Drama: Morocco and Ecuador Qualify as Hosts Face Elimination
In Group A, Morocco sealed their top spot with a commanding 3-1 win over Indonesia, leaving the hosts teetering on the brink of elimination.
Ecuador battled to a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Panama, securing their place in the knockout phase. The hosts now face a challenging road to qualify as one of the four best third-place teams.
Group B Thrills: Spain, Mali, and Uzbekistan Secure Knockout Phase Spots
Despite a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan, Spain emerged as the leaders in Group B, showcasing their dominance in the tournament.
Mali’s emphatic 5-1 victory over Canada secured their place in the knockout phase as the group’s runners-up. Uzbekistan’s resilience earned them a spot in the last 16 as one of the four best third-place teams.
Notable Stats and Milestones:
Spain’s scoring prowess shines as they’ve only failed to score in one of their past 22 U-17 World Cup matches.
Mali has an impressive track record, progressing to the knockout rounds in five of their last six appearances.
Morocco, in their two U-17 World Cup participations, has topped their group on both occasions.
Upcoming Fixtures: Friday, 17 November
Group D: Poland vs. Argentina at 16:00 in Jakarta International Stadium
Group D: Senegal vs. Japan at 16:00 in Si Jalak Harupat Stadium
Group C: England vs. Brazil at 19:00 in Jakarta International Stadium
Group C: IR Iran vs. New Caledonia at 19:00 in Si Jalak Harupat Stadium
