The 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup semi-finals are set to take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco, featuring four teams battling for a spot in the final on November 8.
The 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup tournament has reached its climactic stage, and the semi-finals promise thrilling encounters between some of youth football’s most exciting talents.
2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Semi-finals
Table of Contents
Watch the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2025 match between Brazil vs Korea DPR and Netherlands vs Mexico played at Prince Moulay Abdellah Annex Stadium, Rabat on Wednesday, 5 November 2025.
Brazil v Korea DPR – Semi-finals
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Time: 16:00 WET (West Africa Time / GMT+0)
Venue: Prince Moulay Abdellah Annexe Stadium, Rabat, Morocco
Team Overview and Journey
Brazil’s Path: Brazil has reached the semi-finals with a respectable tournament showing, posting two victories, two draws, and one defeat across five matches.
However, their journey has been relatively consistent without dominant performances, finishing second in their group.
North Korea’s Dominance:
North Korea has been the standout performer in this tournament, maintaining an impressive unbeaten record with five consecutive victories in five matches, collecting 15 points from the group stage through to the semi-finals.
The North Korean squad has demonstrated exceptional discipline, organization, and clinical finishing throughout the competition.
Head-to-Head History
In a significant historical context, North Korea defeated Brazil 1-0 back in 2016, giving the North Koreans a psychological advantage heading into this fixture.youtube
Match Prediction
- Predicted Winner: North Korea
Expected Result:
North Korea is favored to advance to the final. Their unbeaten run, perfect group stage record, and superior tournament performance make them the favorites. However, Brazil could force the match to extra time or penalties if they elevate their game.
Given North Korea’s momentum and defensive solidity, expect them to secure victory either in regular time or through a penalty shootout. The psychological advantage of the 2016 head-to-head win adds to their confidence.
Semi-Final 2: Netherlands vs Mexico
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Time: 19:00 WET (West Africa Time / GMT+0)
Venue: Prince Moulay Abdellah Annex Stadium, Rabat, Morocco.
Team Overview and Journey
Netherlands’ Resilience: The Dutch had a modest group stage showing with only 3 points from their first-round matches, suffering notable defeats including a 5-0 loss to North Korea and a 1-0 loss to Mexico.
However, they have shown remarkable character in the knockout rounds, winning consecutive penalty shootouts against the United States (7-6) and France (6-7 after a 2-2 draw). Their goalkeeper Maren Groothoff has been exceptional, making crucial saves that have kept the team alive in tight contests.
Mexico’s Clinical Efficiency:Mexico secured second place in their group with 6 points and has maintained a winning streak in the knockout stages. They defeated North Korea 2-0, beat the Netherlands 1-0, and dismantled Cameroon 1-0.
In the quarterfinals, Mexico advanced past Italy through a composed 5-4 penalty victory after a scoreless draw, demonstrating defensive organization and set-piece mastery. Forward Citlalli Reyes has been crucial for Mexico with her exceptional free-kick ability.
Head-to-Head Record
Mexico has a recent psychological advantage, having defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in the group stage match, establishing confidence heading into this semi-final rematch.
Match Prediction
- Predicted Winner: Mexico
Expected Result: Mexico comes in as the favorite thanks to strong tournament performance, clean sheet streak, and recent win over the Netherlands. Their solid defense, set-piece skills (especially from Citlalli Reyes), and sharp finishing make them the likely winners.
While the Netherlands could challenge Mexico with their resilience and standout goalkeeping, Mexico’s consistency and momentum point to a 1-0 or 2-0 victory. The Dutch would need a tactical masterpiece to overcome Mexico’s current form.
Overall Semi-Final Predictions Summary
| Semi-Final | Match | Predicted Winner | Expected Scoreline |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF1 | Brazil vs North Korea | North Korea | 1-0 or 1-1 (AET/Penalties) |
| SF2 | Netherlands vs Mexico | Mexico | 1-0 or 2-0 |
Potential Final Preview: North Korea vs Mexico
Should predictions hold, the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final on November 8, 2025, would feature an intriguing clash between North Korea and Mexico.
North Korea’s defensive solidity and unbeaten tournament run would face Mexico’s clinical efficiency and set-piece prowess, promising an exciting championship match.
