Mexico U17 Faces Ivory Coast U17 in World Cup Matchup

DOHA, Qatar — Mexico‘s U17 soccer team is set to face Ivory Coast‘s U17 team on Friday, November 7, at 9:45 AM ET during Matchday 2 of the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup. Both teams are looking to bounce back after disappointing losses in their opening matches.

In their first game, Mexico lost to South Korea 2-1, while Ivory Coast suffered a 4-1 defeat against Switzerland. With their hopes of reaching the knockout stage on the line, both squads are eager to secure their first victory in the tournament.

The Mexican team aims to build on the success of the U20 squad, which made it to the quarterfinals earlier this year. Their head coach expressed confidence in his players, stating, “We have the talent and determination to compete against anyone.”

Ivory Coast, renowned for producing elite soccer talent, poses a significant challenge. Known for their physical style of play, the Ivorian team is determined to make an impact in this tournament.

The match will be broadcast in the United States on several platforms, including Telemundo, Amazon Prime Video, FOX One, and Fox Sports 2, ensuring fans do not miss this critical clash.

As the tournament progresses, the path to the Round of 16 becomes clearer, and a win will boost each team’s chances significantly. Fans around the world are eagerly anticipating this showdown as Mexico seeks redemption on the global stage.