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Match Overview

Mexico U17 secured their ticket to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 with a commanding 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in the CONCACAF U-17 Championship quarterfinals. The “Rojiblanco” academy footprint of Chivas Guadalajara was all over the triumph, driving El Tri’s attack and dictating the tempo from start to finish. Mexico dominated possession early, breaking the deadlock in the 34th minute before putting the match out of reach with two rapid-fire goals early in the second half.

Key Stats & Facts

• Scoreline: Mexico U17 3-0 Costa Rica U17
• Possession: Mexico 59% | Costa Rica 41%
• Shots (On Target): 16 (8) | 6 (2)
• Pass Accuracy: 84% | 71%
• Corners: 7 | 2
• Fouls: 9 | 15
• Yellow Cards: 1 (Mexico) | 3 (Costa Rica)
• Milestone: Mexico extends its unbeaten streak in CONCACAF U-17 Championship matches to 15 games.
• Qualification: This victory secures Mexico’s 10th consecutive appearance at the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Player Spotlight & Standings Impact

Player Spotlight: Chivas academy forward Hugo Camberos stole the show, scoring the opening goal in the 34th minute with a precise low drive and assisting the second in the 51st minute. His club teammate, defensive midfielder Isaac Martínez, anchored the center of the pitch, completing 42 of 45 attempted passes (93% accuracy) and registering eight crucial recoveries to stifle Costa Rica’s counter-attacks.

Standings Impact: With this quarterfinal victory, Mexico advances to the tournament semifinals and officially secures one of the four CONCACAF qualification slots for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026. El Tri continues their regional dominance as they march on to defend their CONCACAF U-17 crown, while Costa Rica is eliminated from World Cup contention.