Morocco U-17 faces Brazil U-17 in a thrilling FIFA U-17 World Cup quarterfinal. The match kicks off on Nov. 21, 2025 at 10:45 a.m. ET. Things get interesting fast. Brazil enters unbeaten. Morocco’s been climbing through the bracket. One team scores goals for fun.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Location: Aspire Zone – Pitch 7, Doha, Qatar
- Broadcast: FS2 and FOXSports.com at 10:45 a.m. ET
- Brazil scored 13 goals in the tournament so far
- Morocco showed resilience, beating Mali 3-2 to reach the quarterfinals
- This is a single-elimination knockout match with no second chances
What Happened on the Road Here
Morocco didn’t start this tournament as favorites. But they’ve got something brewing. After losses to Portugal (0-6) and Japan (0-2) in early rounds, they flipped the switch. The team demolished New Caledonia 16-0 in group play. Then came the clutch moment: beating Mali 3-2 on November 18th. They also edged USA 1-1 in the Round of 16. That’s the kind of momentum you bring into a quarterfinal.
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Brazil’s road looks different. They haven’t lost a match. Not once. Honduras fell 7-0. Indonesia got 4-0. The team beat France 5-4 in an absolute thriller on November 18th (that’s 9 goals in one match—absolutely wild). They also got by Paraguay with a 0-0 draw. The Brazilians are efficient, dangerous, and haven’t shown weakness yet.
| Team Stats | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil U-17 | 13 | 2 | Unbeaten |
| Morocco U-17 | 24 total | 8 total | Advancing |
Why This Matters for Both Teams
Simple. The winner goes to the semifinals. The loser goes home. That’s knockout soccer. No replays. No second chances. Morocco’s playing loose. They’ve got nothing to lose here. They beat tougher opponents (Portugal, Japan) earlier. So why not Brazil? Nabil Baha leads Morocco’s squad with smart strategy. They know their pace can hurt teams. Plus, getting to a U-17 World Cup semifinal would be huge for their program.
For Brazil, expectations are different. This team has 4 past U-17 World Cup titles (winning in 1997, 1999, 2003, and 2019). They’re supposed to win these. Dudu Patetuci has them clicking. But Morocco won’t care about history. They’ll come ready. The question is whether Brazil’s scoring power (13 goals) overwhelms Morocco’s resilience.
The Scoring Battle Could Define Everything
Here’s what stands out most: goal production. Brazil’s offensive machine is loaded. They score consistently and efficiently. Morocco? They go in waves. That 16-0 destroyed New Caledonia. But they also lost 0-6 to Portugal. Inconsistency might haunt them.
Brazil’s defense has been solid too. Just 2 goals conceded. Morocco’s let in 8. That matters in knockout rounds. Brazil can take risks. Morocco might need to be more cautious. Ziyad Baha Abelhadj will be key trying to generate attacks for Morocco. For Brazil, Dell (striker) could cause real problems.
- Watch Brazil’s passing combinations in midfield.
- Monitor Morocco’s counter-attacking pace early.
- See if Brazil’s defense holds against quick transitions.
- Check if Morocco can score first and change the momentum.
- Pay attention to set pieces both teams prepare.
Which Team Owns This Quarterfinal?
Statistics favor Brazil pretty clearly. Unbeaten. More goals. Better defending. Experienced program. History. But Morocco’s showed grit. They came back multiple times. They beat quality opponents recently. Is there a path for Morocco? Maybe. They’d need perfect execution. Fast starts help. Keep it tight early. Make Brazil sweat.
The smart money says Brazil advances. But soccer doesn’t always follow expectations. That’s why these matches matter. Aspire Zone – Pitch 7 will be electric on Friday, November 21st. Tune in on FS2 or stream it on FOXSports.com. This quarterfinal could surprise everyone.
Sources
- FOX Sports — Tunisia previews and match schedules
- SofaScore — Live scores, team lineups, and statistics
- FIFA — Official tournament information and records
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