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Mexico U-17 Women Into Quarterfinals, Set to Face High-Scoring Italy Today

The matchup pits Mexico’s cohesion against an Italian side that has scored 14 goals in four World Cup matches.

Overview

  • Mexico advanced after a 1-0 win over Paraguay, secured by a first-half goal from Berenice Ibarra.
  • A 79th-minute VAR check for handball was not penalized after replays showed a prior deflection off the thigh.
  • Kickoff against Italy is Sunday at 13:00 local time in Rabat for a place in the semifinals.
  • Live coverage is available on ViX and FIFA+, with some outlets also listing TUDN or ViX Premium for viewers in Mexico.
  • Coach Miguel Gamero and players Bárbara del Real and Fernanda Monroy emphasized unity, focus and plans to counter Italy’s direct, vertical play as Mexico returns to the quarterfinals after seven years.