Spain U-17 lead Mexico U-17 1-0 at half-time in their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Group F opener on Monday.
Carolina Ferrera broke the deadlock in the 42nd minute, giving Spain a crucial advantage just before the interval.
Spain dominated possession in the first half and created more scoring opportunities, forcing Mexico’s goalkeeper into several saves.
Mexico, meanwhile, struggled to match Spain’s attacking intensity and will need a stronger second-half performance to get back into the contest.
With a one-goal advantage, Spain will look to maintain their control after the break, while Mexico must find a response to avoid starting their campaign with a defeat.
