Mexico’s first victory at 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup 

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image: Nicole Jimenez MEX
Mexico Defeats Chile 

Mexico Claims First U-17 World Cup Win

RABAT, Morocco – The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 continued on Thursday with Mexico securing its first victory in Group F, overcoming Chile with a 3-1 result at Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat, Morocco.

Catalina Ignacia Muñoz gave Chile an early lead in the 12’ through an individual play and right-footed to find the back of the net.

Mia Urbano tucked the ball in from close range in the 35’ to equalize for Mexico.

Mexico turned the scoring around in the 65’, when Citlali Reyes struck with a spectacular first-time, right-footed hit from the top of the box.

image: MVP Citlalli Reyes MEX

Nicole Jiménez rounded out the comeback victory for Mexico in the 83’, taking advantage of a quick counter from the team with a left-footed finish at the left post.

Mexico returns to action on Sunday, October 25 in search of securing back-to-back victories when it faces Australia in its third and last Group F fixture.

image: MEX vs CHI XI
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