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Mexico have scheduled two key friendlies in the Dominican Republic as they prepare for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup.
Mexico will sharpen up for their 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup with a contest against Nigeria tonight as they ramp up their preparations for the global showcase.
The El Tri arrived in the Dominican Republic on Thursday where they will play two crucial friendly matches against Nigeria on October 7 and New Zealand on October 10.
These fixtures come as vital tune-ups for the Mexican side ahead of the upcoming tournament, set to kick off on October 16.
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10:30 - 05.10.2024
Korea DPR unveil strong 21-player squad as they prepare to face Kenya in FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
The Kenya opponents have named a strong 21-player squad for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, led by coach Kim Eun-jung.
Coached by Jimena Rojas, Mexico will be looking to fine-tune their squad before making their Group C debut on October 17 when they will face North Korea.
Following that, Mexico will face England on October 20 before taking on Kenya in their final group match on October 23.
For the Junior Starlets of Kenya, who are set to make history with their first-ever appearance in a FIFA World Cup at any level, the match against Mexico will be a key challenge.
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13:23 - 04.10.2024
Arsenal youngsters dominate England U17 team set to challenge Junior Starlets in FIFA World Cup
Arsenal youngsters headline England's U17 squad as they prepare to face Kenya's Junior Starlets in the FIFA U17 World Cup.
Mexico's preparation has been intense, with their last friendly resulting in a convincing 3-1 win over Portugal showing the strength of their squad ahead of the tournament.
Kenya, on the other hand, comes into the tournament riding a wave of national pride after their historic qualification.
The Junior Starlets secured their spot in the World Cup after a dominant 5-0 aggregate win over Burundi in the final qualification match.
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08:00 - 23.06.2024
Junior Starlets to open against England at 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the 2024 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup after defeating Burundi 5-0 on aggregate.
The victory marked a groundbreaking moment for Kenyan football, as it not only ensured their place in the global competition but also became a beacon of hope for the country’s football development.
While Kenya will face England in their opening match on October 17, their highly anticipated encounter with Mexico on October 23 in Bochum promises to be a thrilling contest.
Mexico, with their wealth of experience and strong preparation, are among the teams to watch in the group, alongside England and North Korea.
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11:50 - 05.10.2024
Why Kenya's Junior Starlets are confident ahead of U-17 FIFA Women's World Cup
Junior Starlets had been intensifying preparations in Spain preparing for the U-17 Women's World Cup before touching down in the Dominican Republic last Wednesday.
Mexico squad:
Goalkeepers: Bárbara Del Real (América), Adriana Meza (Toluca), Camila Vázquez (Atlas)
Defenders: Adriana González (Team Boca), Berenice Ibarra (Pachuca), Alexa Martínez (Pachuca), Nicol De León (Santos Laguna), Mia Villalpando (San Diego Surf), Daniela Gallegos (Toluca), Natalia Muñoz (Tigres U.A.N.L.)
Midfielders: Abril Fragoso (Pachuca), Sofía Núñez (Rebelde SC), Citlalli Reyes (Las Vegas Diversity FC), Monique Montes (Rayadas de Monterrey), Ana Salas (Tigres U.A.N.L.), Alexa Soto (América)
Forwards: Evelyn Contreras (Las Vegas Diversity FC), Celeste Martínez (Legends), Ana Torres (Guadalajara), Anaiya Miyazato (Fe Tucson), Naomy Vázquez (Guadalajara)
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