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Mali Under 17 v Spain Under 17 Match Report, 10/25/17

Related Topics: Mali, Spain, DY Patil Stadium

Abel Ruiz found the net twice followed by a Ferran Torres goal as Mali’s late strike fell short of booking them a place in the finale...

Spain registered a 3-1 win over Mali in the second semi-final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.

A first-half brace from Abel Ruiz and a third goal by Ferran Torres in the second-half sealed Spain's progression into the final. N'Diaye's goal in the 74th minute was nothing more than a consolation for the losing side,

African giants Mali lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation as they locked horns with European champions Spain, who opted for a 4-2-3-1 shape.