Mexican Women's U-17 Team Moves Forward in the World Cup Held in Morocco
On October 25, 2026, the Mexican women's U-17 football team achieved a significant milestone by securing their place in the Round of 16 at the World Cup taking place in Morocco. This advancement came after a hard-fought victory against Australia, where Mexico triumphed with a narrow score of 1-0. The match was crucial, and with this win, the team concluded the group stage with a total of six points, finishing second in Group F and ensuring their continuation in this prestigious international tournament.
The decisive moment of the game came within the first thirty minutes, courtesy of an impressive strike from the captain, Citlalli Reyes. The forward capitalized on a loose ball near the penalty area, striking a powerful shot towards the first post, which proved too much for the Australian goalkeeper to handle. This goal not only secured the victory but also marked a personal achievement for Reyes, as she now holds the record for the most international appearances by a player in U-17 World Cup history, with 13 matches under her belt.
Following the goal, the Mexican team, under the guidance of coach Miguel Ángel Gamero, maintained a firm grip on the game's tempo, displaying composure and confidence throughout the match. Despite a few isolated attempts from Australia to threaten the Mexican goal, the defense held strong, and coach Gamero took the opportunity to rest several key players, including Reyes, as they look ahead to the knockout stage of the tournament.
The journey through the group stage has been a tale of progression for the Mexican squad. They began with a setback, losing 2-0 to Spain, but quickly rebounded with a convincing 3-1 win over Chile before their decisive match against Australia. The next challenge for the Mexican team will be a high-stakes encounter against Nigeria on Thursday, as they aim to advance further in the tournament and make their mark on this global stage.
As reported by jornada.com.mx.
