All eight countries that have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2024 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup have now been confirmed, following the conclusion of the final group matches in the early hours of Thursday morning.
In an impressive display, North Korea secured a commanding 4-0 victory over England in their last group game, solidifying their position in the knockout stage. This win highlighted North Korea’s strong performance throughout the tournament, showcasing their offensive prowess.
On the other hand, Kenya faced Mexico in a closely contested match, managing to secure a 2-1 victory. Despite this hard-fought win, both Kenya and Mexico were unable to advance to the knockout round, as they finished at the bottom of their group with the lowest points.
As the group stage concluded, the eight nations that have successfully booked their places in the quarter-finals are Nigeria, Poland, the United States, North Korea, England, Spain, Ecuador, and Japan. Each of these teams demonstrated remarkable talent and determination to reach this stage of the tournament.
The exciting quarter-final fixtures are set to kick off on Saturday, promising thrilling matchups as these teams compete for a spot in the semi-finals. Fans eagerly await the upcoming matches, hopeful for their teams to advance further in this prestigious tournament.