The two most recent champions in the U-17 category will face each other for a spot in the final. Mexico and Nigeria are two of the best teams in the history of the tournament, and this will be a match not to be overlooked.
Mexico became the second country in the tournament's records to reach its third consecutive semi-final, emulating Nigeria's performances from 1991 to 1999. "El Mini Tri" won the 2011 tournament held in Mexico, and lost the 2013 edition againt the Eaglets, which will make them hungry for some payback. Coach Mario Arteaga, a member of the 2013 runners-up staff, knows his players have to keep their eyes open to avoid being destroyed by the African side.
"Nigeria is a well balanced team, we knew they were top candidates to win the tournament from the beginning, we have to prepare ourselves better in order to face their excellent attack," the coach stated.
On the other side of the pitch, Nigeria will want to win another match against the Mexicans, just like they did two years ago. In the 2013 edition, The Eaglets destroyed Mexico with a 6-1 score during the group stage, and went on to defeat them again in the final match 3-0. This time, the Nigerians were shocked by Croatia in the Group Stage, and even though they ended up winning Group A, their perfect record was tarnished, giving them something to worry about.
Coach Emmanuel Amunike believes his side learned from their mistakes, and all that wisdom gave them the chance to play the semi-finals.
"We still have a long way to the title. The win against Brazil is good for the boys and we will continue to work hard and remain focused. Hopefully on Sunday we will be able to win the whole thing for our fans in Nigeria," Amunike stated.
The game will be played at Estadio Municipal Ester Roa, in the city of Concepción.
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