Brazil, Chile triumph on opening day of FIFA U17 Women’s WC

INDIA: Chile outclassed New Zealand 3-1 in the first Group B fixture of the recently-commenced FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Tuesday, while Brazil downed Morocco 1-0 in the Group A fixture.

The opening match of Group B witnessed utter domination from Chile as Ambar Figueroa capitalized on a brilliant assist from Constanza Oliver in the 12th minute to get her side on the scoreboard.

A gruelling collision between the Kiwi goalkeeper and Oliver in the 22nd minute earned Chile a penalty and Tali Sima Rovner Yudelevich made the most of it as she successfully struck for her side and enhanced their lead to 2-0.

New Zealand also found a couple of chances to get the scoreboard moving in their favour but the side failed to utilize them and the scores remained intact at 2-0 in the first half.

However, the team had a change of fortune in the second half as Emily Clegg scored the goal just seven minutes into the second half, thanks to a corner assist from Helena Errington.

Chile then bounced back in the 64th minute and restored their lead after Anais San Juan netted after a long strike.

Meanwhile, in the Group A fixture, Brazil outclassed Morocco 1-0, courtesy of a brilliant strike from Ingrid Johnson in the fifth minute.

Chile and Brazil have attained the top spots in their respective groups following their victories.

The action-filled tournament is being telecasted live on Pakistan’s first HD Sports channel – A Sports and is simultaneously streamed on the digital platform of ARY Digital Network – ARY ZAP in crystal clear HD quality.

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