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México falls short at U-17 Women's World Cup
Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup hopes end as they lose 2-1 to Nigeria in final group stage match.
In brief
Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup hopes end as they lose 2-1 to Nigeria in final group stage match. Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup campaign ends after a 2-1 loss to Nigeria in the round of 16. Originally reported by SI Mexico.
Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup dream ends
Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup hopes end after a 2-1 loss to Nigeria in the round of 16.
Match played in Morocco
The match took place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Mohammed VI Football Academy in Morocco.
Nigeria scores first goal
Nigeria scored first at the 40th minute after Mexico's defense mishandled a deep pass, allowing Oluebube Umejiaku to score.
Mexico's key player injured
Mexico's Mía Urbano left the field with knee injuries during the match.
Nigeria extends lead
Nigeria extended their lead to 2-0 with a goal by Mary Dunstan at the 71st minute.
Mexico scores late goal
Mexico scored a late goal in the 90+9th minute through Emily Delgado to make it 1-2.
Nigeria advances to quarterfinals
Nigeria advances to the quarterfinals to face Venezuela on November 1, 2026.
Mexico coach satisfied
Mexico's coach Miguel Ángel Gamero expressed satisfaction with the team's progress for the future.
The bottom line
Mexico's U-17 Women's World Cup campaign ends after a 2-1 loss to Nigeria in the round of 16.
