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Morocco Shatters FIFA U-17 Record with 16-0 Victory

11/10/2025

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Summary

Bouhaddi Leads Victory

Morocco's captain Hamza Bouhaddi led a 16-0 victory over New Caledonia, the largest margin in FIFA U-17 World Cup history.
The win came after Morocco had lost their first two matches.
New Caledonia received two red cards within 31 minutes, leaving them 3-0 down.
Hamza Bouhaddi expressed pride and said the team would reset after earlier defeats.
Senegal topped the group, and South Africa advanced to the knockout stages.

Summary

Argentina Dominates Fiji

Fiji's U-17 World Cup campaign ended with a 7-0 defeat to Argentina.
Argentina dominated from the start and earned a penalty in the 10th minute.
Despite Melvin Prakash's impressive saves, Uriel Ojeda of Argentina scored three goals, including a hat-trick.
Fiji defended poorly, managing only one shot on goal in the first half.
Fiji showed resilience but could not match Argentina's relentless offense, resulting in a decisive victory.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural FIFA U-17 World Championship took place in 1991 in Italy, featuring 16 teams and marking a significant milestone in youth football. Nigeria emerged victorious, while Morocco's 16-0 win highlighted the potential of emerging football nations. This tournament has inspired countries like Fiji and New Caledonia to enhance their football infrastructure and youth development programs, shaping the future of the sport.

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Bouhaddi Leads Victory

Morocco's captain Hamza Bouhaddi led a 16-0 victory over New Caledonia, the largest margin in FIFA U-17 World Cup history.
The win came after Morocco had lost their first two matches.
New Caledonia received two red cards within 31 minutes, leaving them 3-0 down.
Hamza Bouhaddi expressed pride and said the team would reset after earlier defeats.
Senegal topped the group, and South Africa advanced to the knockout stages.

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