In the FIFA U-17 World Cup, a charged up India produced one of their finest performances before going down to Colombia 1-2 in a Group A match in New Delhi yesterday. At half-time, the teams were goalless. It was India's second defeat after losing to the United States 0-3 in their tournament-opener. India are slated to play their third and final group game against Ghana on Thursday in New Delhi at 8 PM. Meanwhile, Paraguay and the United States have confirmed their spots in the knockout stage of the tournament by recording two wins in as many matches. In a Group B encounter at Navi Mumbai yesterday, Paraguay defeated New Zealand 4-2. In a Group A game in New Delhi, the United States beat Ghana 1-0.In another match played at Navi Mumbai, African champions Mali outclassed Turkey 3-0 in Group B to keep alive their chances. Ghana are also still in the race for the knockout phase, as they had won against Colombia in their first match. In the two Group C fixtures in Goa today, Costa Rica will take on Guinea at 5 PM, while Iran will meet Germany at 8 PM at Fatorda near Madgaon. In Group D matches in Kochi, Spain will face Niger at 5 PM and Brazil will play against North Korea at 8 PM.
News On AIR | October 10, 2017 7:49 AM
FIFA U-17 World Cup: India lose 1-2 against Colombia