U17 World Cup : Burkina Faso defeats Czech Republic

Burkina Faso secured a victory against the Czech Republic on Saturday, November 8, in their second match of the U17 World Cup.

Needing a win to stay in contention in Group I after their opening defeat against the United States, the Junior Stallions delivered on Saturday, defeating the Czech Republic 2-1.

The young Burkinabe players started the match with determination and were rewarded in the 27th minute with an opening goal from Mohamed Zongo.

But the Czech response was swift. Three minutes later, Vit Skrkon leveled the score (30th minute).

The score remained unchanged until halftime (1-1), despite some clear chances for both sides. After the break, the Junior Stallions regained the lead in the 50th minute thanks to Asharaf Loukman Tapsoba.

Burkina Faso now has three points and is back in contention for a place in the round of 16.