FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Three Countries Qualify For Round Of 16

Japan have become the third country to qualify for the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating France 2-0 on Wednesday.

The Japanese team secured all three points in the encounter played in Rabat, with Mei Hanashiro scoring twice to seal an important victory for her country.

The result means Japan have joined Germany and North Korea in booking their places in the knockout stage of the tournament after winning their opening two group matches.

Germany previously secured qualification after defeating hosts Morocco 4-2, while North Korea booked their place following a convincing 6-1 victory over Poland.

All three countries have collected six points from their first two matches, putting them in a strong position as the group-stage campaign continues.

More matches are scheduled for later today, with Spain set to face Australia and the United States taking on Kenya as teams continue their battle for qualification.

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China will also face Samoa, while Mexico are scheduled to meet Chile, with the outcomes expected to influence the race for places in the Round of 16.