Copper Princesses Qualify for U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup Despite Goalless Draw with Morocco
Copper Princesses Qualify for U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup Despite Goalless Draw with Morocco
FULL-TIME: Morocco 0-0 Zambia
The Copper Princesses have secured their place in the U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup 2024 after a resilient performance against Morocco, resulting in a 0-0 draw. This outcome, combined with their 3-1 aggregate lead, ensures their qualification for the prestigious tournament set to take place in the Dominican Republic from October 16 to November 3, 2024.
Match Summary:
- Kick-off: The match began at the Stade Municipal de Berkane with both teams eager to secure a spot in the World Cup.
- 5′: Namute Chileshe’s header from a Ruth Mukoma pull back went wide.
- 19′: Chileshe’s shot went high over Fatima Jebraoui’s goal.
- 22′: Lina Jamai’s shot was comfortably saved by Copper Princesses goalkeeper Mwila Mufunte.
- 24′: Ruth Mukoma’s shot hit the post, narrowly missing the opportunity to score.
- 38′: Chileshe beat the goalkeeper, but her shot was cleared by Morocco’s defense. A minute later, Saliya Mwanza’s long-range effort went wide.
- 45′: Natasha Nkaka’s freekick went high as two minutes of additional time were announced.
- HALF-TIME: The first half ended with no goals.
- 60′: Substitutions for both teams as Lina Jamai was replaced by Ouafaa Bentahri for Morocco, and skipper Blessing Zangose Zulu made way for Mary Mukupa for Zambia.
- 78′: Morocco made two more changes with Aboucharif Ines and Haizoun Dina being replaced by Kallouch Amira and Hader Melek
- 86′: Ines Aboucharif received a yellow card following a foul on Blessing Maluba.
- 88′: Siham Bouhouch was booked for an illegal challenge on Namute Chileshe, and the resulting freekick by Mercy Chipasula went wide.
- 90′: Three minutes of additional time were played with the aggregate standing at 1-3.
Despite a goalless draw in this match, the Copper Princesses’ aggregate lead from the previous leg ensured their triumph over Morocco. This achievement marks an extraordinary journey for the team as they prepare to compete on the world stage in the Dominican Republic later this year.
Congratulations to the Copper Princesses on their hard-fought qualification for the U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup 2024!
