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Brazil's U-17 women's national team faces another decisive test this Saturday (7). Led by head coach Rilany Silva, the team takes on North Korea at 12 p.m. (Brasília time) in the third-place match of the U-17 Women's World Cup at the Mohammed VI Women's Football Complex in Salé, Morocco.
At stake is the chance to claim Brazil's first-ever medal in the competition. After reaching the semifinals for the second consecutive year, the Seleção hopes to turn its campaign into a historic achievement and finish the World Cup among the top three teams on the planet.
The match also offers an opportunity to overcome an opponent Brazil has faced in two previous editions of the U-17 World Cup. So far, the Asian side holds the advantage, having won both previous encounters.
Goalkeeper Nathy saves two penalties in the quarterfinal against Poland at the U-17 World Cup in MoroccoCredits: Joern Pollex / FIFA
World Cup head-to-head record
Brazil and North Korea first met in the group stage of the 2016 edition. On that occasion, the North Koreans won 1–0.
The teams met again in the semifinal of the 2025 World Cup. Once again, North Korea came out on top, this time winning 2–0 to advance to the final. That gives the Asian side two wins in two matches, with three goals scored and none conceded.
Now, in a new chapter of this history, Brazil will have the chance to claim its first victory over North Korea at a U-17 World Cup and, most importantly, secure a place on the podium.
Helena scores both goals in Brazil's quarterfinal win over China at the U-17 World CupCredits: Fabio Souza / CBF
The road to the bronze-medal match
Brazil reached the semifinals after a strong campaign. In the group stage, Brazil beat Canada 6–2, drew 3–3 with Ghana and defeated Norway 3–0 to secure top spot in Group C. In the round of 16, the Seleção delivered another thrilling encounter. After drawing 3–3 with Poland in regulation time, Brazil won the penalty shootout 8–7. Next, in the quarterfinals, the team came from behind to beat China 2–1, securing a place among the tournament's final four. In the semifinal, however, Brazil lost 3–1 to Nigeria.
North Korea, meanwhile, advanced as Group B winners after victories over Puerto Rico and Poland and a defeat to Nigeria. In the knockout stage, the team eliminated Morocco in the round of 16 and the United States in the quarterfinals. In the semifinal, North Korea lost to Japan on penalties after a draw in regulation time.
North Korea is the reigning champion and the most successful team in U-17 Women's World Cup history, with four titlesCredits: Judit Cartiel / FIFA
The reigning champion and the most successful team in U-17 Women's World Cup history, with four titles, North Korea heads into the third-place match with an impressive record in the competition.
This Saturday (7), Brazil will look to surpass its best-ever U-17 World Cup finish: fourth place in 2025. Winning bronze would give Brazil its first medal in the tournament's history and crown the team's efforts throughout the competition. Facing an established force at this level, the Seleção will have the opportunity to turn its final match in Morocco into a historic moment for Brazilian women's football.
Brazil vs. North Korea | Third-place match
Date: Saturday, November 7
Time: 12 p.m. (Brasília time)
Venue: Mohammed VI Women's Football Complex, Rabat, Morocco
Where to watch: SporTV, CazéTV, FIFA+
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