DPR Korea thrash Brazil 6-0 to claim U-17 women’s World Cup bronze
DPR Korea secured third place at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 after producing a dominant 6–0 victory over Brazil in the bronze medal match on Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/dpr-korea-thrash-brazil-6-0-to-claim-u-17-womens-world-cup-bronze/
The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 witnessed a dominant 6-0 victory by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPR Korea) against Brazil, securing the bronze medal. The match took place at the Mohammed VI Football Complex – Pitch 2 in Rabat. DPR Korea, the defending champions, showcased an impressive performance with six attacking moments, ultimately finishing their campaign on a high note.
Kim Won-sim opened the scoring in the 12th minute, her seventh goal of the tournament. Yu Jong-hyang broke the Brazilian defense and set up Ri Ui-gyong for a brilliant left-footed finish in the 44th minute. Yu was again the creative force, providing a pass for Ri Ye-rim to slot home in the 61st minute, making it 3-0. Ri Ui-gyong completed her brace in the 71st minute with a powerful strike into the bottom corner, and Yu Jong-hyang added a goal in the 86th minute.
The match concluded Brazil's second consecutive fourth-place finish. DPR Korea's impressive campaign included scoring 29 goals, breaking the previous record set by the United States.
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