Spain U-17 faces Germany in a push toward the Indonesia World Cup semi-finals
A European clash is on the horizon as the Spain under-17 squad advances through the Indonesia-hosted World Cup with a quarter-final against Germany. The young talents are chasing a place in the last four of the tournament, keeping a dream alive that could end in history for La Rojita.
The journey continues with a high-stakes match where every touch matters. Spain has already shown resilience by beating Japan 2-1, a victory powered by the left boot of Barcelona’s Quim Junyent and the sharp finishing of Marc Guiu. That win preserved Spain’s ambition to lift the trophy for the first time in its U-17 world championship history, a feat that would etch the country’s name in junior international football folklore.
The quarter-final opponent presents a formidable challenge. Germany arrived in this phase after a 3-2 victory over the United States in the round of 16 and boasted a flawless run in the group stage. The clash promises a tense duel between two technically gifted teams with a deep pool of emerging talents looking to break through on the global stage.
Historically, the Spain-Germany U-17 rivalry has produced exciting encounters. The two teams have met 23 times in this age group, with Spain claiming 16 wins, Germany two, and five games ending in a draw. The most recent meeting occurred in March this year during the Elite Round, where Spain narrowly triumphed 4-3, with goals from Marc Guiu and Mesa delivering the winning margin. Both sides arrive in Indonesia with confidence, looking to add another chapter to their storied youth competition histories.
Video overview of the Spain U-17 vs Germany U-17 quarter-final at the Indonesia U-17 World Cup 2023: goals, key moments, and noteworthy plays
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