MIN 49: foul on Fernanda Monroy and a free kick is awarded to Mexico. With this result, the Aztec team would qualify for the Women’s Under-17 World Cup in Morocco.
The Second Half Begins
The additional 45 minutes of the game are now underway, and the score remains Mexico 1 – 0 Costa Rica. This match is critical as it could secure Mexico’s place in the upcoming World Cup.
First Half Recap
MIN 45+2: The first half comes to a close with Mexico enjoying a slim lead, thanks to a goal by Citlalli Reyes earlier in the half.
Missed Opportunities
MIN 45+1: Just before the half-time whistle, Mía Urbano came very close to scoring again for Mexico, heading the ball just wide of the post. The Tricolor exhibited pressure to extend their lead just before the break.
Gooooooooool from Mexico!
MIN 42: Citlalli Reyes made an impressive entry into the penalty area, evading defenders and capitalizing on a blunder from the Costa Rican goalkeeper to slot the ball home with her right foot, giving Mexico a well-deserved lead.
Mexico’s Near Misses
MIN 39: Natalia Perez had an excellent chance to score earlier but saw her shot bounce off the crossbar. On the rebound, Reyes tried to pounce, but luck was not in their favor. Despite these threats, Mexico remained focused on breaking the deadlock.
Costa Rica Fights Back
MIN 33: The Costa Rican players began asserting themselves, attempting to turn the tide in their favor. Even though their defense tightened, the Mexican side found it challenging to capitalize on sudden openings.
MIN 30: Ania López stood as a pivotal player in goal for Mexico, thwarting several attempts from Costa Rica, keeping Mexico’s hopes for the World Cup alive.
MIN 25: A hydration break was called as the score stood at Mexico 0 – 0 Costa Rica, but the dynamics of the match began to shift as both teams dug deep.
Costa Rica Generates Danger!
MIN 23: A critical moment occurred when Ania López made a remarkable save that denied Costa Rica’s first real opportunity to score. Her quick reflexes kept the scoreline intact.
MIN 20: A free kick for Costa Rica posed a threat, but their execution fell flat, ending in a goal kick for Mexico.
Kickoff
The game has officially started, and tension fills the air as both teams set out to claim victory.
Lineups
The starting eleven for the Tricolor under-17 team are as follows:
- Ania Lopez
- Emily Delgado
- Vanessa Paredes
- Fernanda Monroy
- Bianka Arredondo
- Dafne Sanchez
- Ixchel Uscanga
- Citlalli Reyes
- Natalia Perez
- Shaddai Nunez
- Mia Urbano
Mexican Women’s Under-17 Team Aspiring for Glory
The Mexican Women’s Under-17 Team is pitted against Costa Rica on March 22, 2026, in a match that will determine the leader of Group C for the Concacaf World Cup 2026. This game serves as a stepping stone towards the World Cup in Morocco.
The match, set in the Goal Project of Saint Joseph, is crucial for both sides, as securing first place in the group allows them to navigate the knockout rounds more easily. With both teams having already secured a place in the next stage, the contest for group leadership remains fiercely contested.
The Mexican team arrives with a perfect record, having scored high throughout the tournament while demonstrating a defense that has only conceded one goal. Meanwhile, Costa Rica showcases resilience, still in contention for leadership while leveraging the advantage of playing on home soil.