Spain Secures Knockout Stage Berth with 3-1 Victory Over Australia

Spain and Australia met for their second Group F match in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. For Spain, a victory in this match would confirm their advancement to the knockout stages of the tournament.

Australia entered the game having secured a point in their debut U-17 Women's World Cup game, and aimed to improve their performance in this second group stage encounter. Spain quickly found space and scored the opening goal within the first 10 minutes, with Angela Galves credited for the goal.

Spain extended their lead to 2-0 with a goal from Elena. The attack originated from the left side, where a cross found Elena's head, who successfully converted it into the net.

A commentator described it as "a wonderful second for Spain from the head of Elena," emphasizing the quality of the goal that further solidified Spain's advantage.

Spain continued to press, moving the ball to the right-hand side and into the 18-yard box. A foul was called by the referee, resulting in a penalty kick for Spain. Angela Galves stepped up to take the shot.

Galves successfully converted the penalty, marking her second goal of the game and increasing Spain's lead to 3-0. This further strengthened Spain's control over the match.

Towards the end of the match, Australia managed to score a goal back through Caraberis, following a cross. This strike provided a notable moment for Australia in the game.

Despite Australia's late goal, the full-time whistle confirmed Spain's 3-1 victory. This win allows Spain to book their place in the knockout stages of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, achieving their objective for the match.