Mexico U-17 and Ivory Coast U-17 finished level at 1-1 in a tense FIFA U-17 World Cup group stage match held at Aspire Zone Pitch 2 in Doha, Qatar. The draw keeps both teams in contention for the knockout rounds.
Midfield control was key in preventing counterattacks, while both teams displayed organized forward runs. The young players showed a blend of technical skill and resilience throughout the 90 minutes.
“Mexico continues competing at the highest youth level globally.”
The result holds significance for both nations’ playoff hopes. Mexico, a two-time champion with titles in 2005 and 2011, entered the tournament aiming for another deep run. Ivory Coast fielded one of its strongest youth squads, eager to make a mark on the world stage.
With the group stage continuing through November, both teams must secure wins in their remaining matches to advance to the knockout round.
This hard-fought 1-1 draw in Doha showcased skill, discipline, and determination from two ambitious youth teams eyeing progression in the U-17 World Cup.