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Burkina Faso's qualification scenarios for the round of 16 at the U17 World Cup

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Burkina Faso is aiming for a spot in the round of 16 at the 2025 U17 World Cup. Third in 2001, the team has high aspirations in this inaugural 48-team edition.

After a narrow 1-0 defeat to the United States in their opening match, the young Stallions bounced back with a 2-1 victory over Czechia.

Group I standings ahead of matchday 3:

1- United States 6 pts (+2)

2- Czechia 3 pts (+4)

3- Burkina Faso 3 pts (0)

4- Tajikistan 0 pts (-6)

Possible qualification scenarios for Burkina Faso:

The U17 Stallions face Tajikistan on Tuesday, November 11 at 14:45 GMT.

- Win against Tajikistan: First or second place if Czechia beats the United States and Burkina Faso significantly improves their goal difference. Otherwise, third place.

- Draw: Second place if Czechia loses to the United States. Otherwise, third place.

- Defeat: Still a chance to finish among the best third-placed teams with 3 points.