Fiji U17 faces Argentina U17 in the group stage of the FIFA U17 World Cup on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Both teams have named their starting lineups, with the match currently ongoing. Early disciplinary actions include yellow cards for players from each side.
The FIFA U17 World Cup group stage match between Fiji U17 and Argentina U17 kicked off on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Fiji, managed by Sunil Kumar, lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation with M. Prakash in goal. The defense featured M. Kubucaucau, S. Vatanitawake, R. Fou, and K. Samy, while F. Khan anchored midfield. M. Dau captained the side alongside T. Ravonokula, R. Shankar, and A. Nadan, with V. Rasorewa leading the attack.
Argentina U17, under Diego Placente, opted for a 4-2-3-1 setup with J. Centurión starting in goal. The backline consisted of M. Valero, M. Martínez, T. Yánez, and S. Silveira, supported by defensive midfielders S. Espíndola and G. Bouhier. U. Ojeda wore the captain's armband in attacking midfield with C. Güner and F. Jainikoski, and R. Tulián up front.
As the match progressed, Fiji's A. Nadan received a yellow card at the 43rd minute. At halftime, K. Singh substituted into the game for Fiji. Argentina's F. Jainikoski was booked at the 40th minute. Further changes included V. Reigia replacing Centurión at 46 minutes, J. Mattar for S. Espíndola at 56 minutes, T. de Martis for F. Jainikoski and F. Esquivel for R. Tulián also at 56 minutes, and S. Escobar for M. Valero at 77 minutes. Fiji made a late switch with R. David entering at 84 minutes.
No further details on the scoreline were available at the last update on November 9, 2025, at 18:15 UK time.