Brazil lose to North Korea, exit Women's Under-17 World Cup in semis | OneFootball

Brazil has been eliminated from the Women's Under-17 World Cup. The team was defeated by North Korea this Wednesday, 2-0, in the semifinals of the competition. Jong-Hyang scored both goals for the North Koreans at the Stade Olympique de Rabat.

Tournament Situation

Despite the elimination, Brazil finishes the tournament with its best campaign in the history of the competition. On the other hand, North Korea secured its spot in the World Cup final and awaits the winner of the other semifinal, contested between the Netherlands and Mexico.

📋 Game Summary

🟡 BRAZIL 0 x 2 NORTH KOREA 🔴

🏆 Competition: Women's Under-17 World Cup 🏟️ Location: Stade Olympique de Rabat 📅 Date: November 5, 2025 (Wednesday) ⏰ Time: 12:30 PM (Brasília time)

Goals

How the Game Went

The Brazilian team started poorly and was dominated by North Korea in the first half. The Asian team pressed and, at 43 minutes, managed to score.

Goalkeeper Morganti made two consecutive saves, and on the second rebound, Rye-Yong shot, and defender Adreyana handled the ball to prevent the goal. The Brazilian defender was sent off, and a penalty was awarded to North Korea, converted by Jong-Hyang.

At six minutes into the second half, Dulce Maria poorly cleared a cross, and Jong-Hyang got the ball at the penalty spot and shot into the back of the net to extend the lead.

North Korea maintained control of the game and gave Brazil no chance to react.

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