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2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos to face Mexico, Chile or Australia in Round of 16
2026 U-17 WWC: Flamingos to face Mexico, Chile or Australia in Round of 16
Akeem Busari’s side finished second in Group B following Friday’s stunning 3-1 victory over defending champions, North Korea in Rabat.
The West Africans recorded six points from three group matches, and are scheduled to take on the runners-up in Group F.
Spain have already booked a spot in the Round of 16 in the group following victories over over Mexico and Australia.
Mexico currently sit in second position in the group following their 3-1 victory over Chile
Chile and Australia, who have one point each also still have a chance of scaling through to the knockout round.
In the group’s last fixtures, Chile will be up against Spain, while Mexico will take on Australia.
The Flamingos’ Round of 16 clash is fixed for Thursday, October 29 in Sale.
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