For the first time since the inaugural FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in 2008, the USA are back in the semifinals thanks to their 2-nil victory over Nigeria. The USA’s opponent will be Korea DPR who were held to only a lone goal by Poland in Saturday’s other quarterfinal.
Match Highlights
Nigeria 0, USA 2
USA goals: Kennedy Fuller (43′ PK), Kimmi Ascanio (74′)
Additional Links: FIFA Match Page, FIFA Highlights
Korea DPR 1, Poland 0
Korea DPR goal: Choe Rim Jong
In the 17th minute, Korea DPR’s captain, Ri Kuk Hyang, received a yellow card for a reckless tackle of a Poland attacker. That was Ri’s second yellow card of the tournament, as she received one late in Korea DPR’s previous match, against England. Thus, Ri will not be available for the semifinal against the USA.
Additional Links: FIFA Match Page, FIFA Highlights
Semifinals Schedule
Note: The USA’s semifinal is the same time as the USWNT-Argentina friendly.
Wednesday, October 30th
- 7:00 PM — USA vs. Korea DPR (Match 29) — FS2 / NBC.com
Thursday, October 31st
- 7:00 PM — W26 vs. W28 (Match 30) — FS2 / Universo / NBC.com
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