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FIFA U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP: QUARTER-FINAL LINE-UP CONFIRMED
The quarter-final fixtures for the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco have been officially confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 16 matches on Wednesday.
Canada booked their spot in the last eight with an emphatic 6–0 victory over Zambia, while Japan cruised past Colombia with a convincing 4–0 win. Mexico edged Paraguay 1–0, and France progressed after defeating Spain 5–4 on penalties, following a goalless draw.
The quarter-final matches are scheduled to take place this weekend — on Saturday and Sunday, respectively.
Unfortunately, no African nation made it to the quarter-finals, as Nigeria, Morocco, and Zambia were all knocked out in the Round of 16.
Full Quarter-Final Fixtures:
Brazil vs Canada
North Korea vs Japan
France vs Netherlands
Mexico vs Italy
The tournament now moves into its decisive stages as the remaining eight teams battle for a place in the semi-finals and a shot at the coveted title.
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