On the last date of the group stage of the U-17 World Cup, the Ecuador national team meets Panama for a place in the round of 16 at the Manahan Stadium, in Central Java, Indonesia.
The Mini-Tri come into this match with a strong chance of progressing to the next round after their win against Morocco last Monday. The reality is different for the Panamanians who, after a draw against the Indonesians, remained in fourth place in Group A with only one point.
This will be the first game of the Ecuadorian team that will not be played in the stronghold of Gelora Bung Tomo. In the past days, those led by Diego Martínez had duels in Surabaya, but now Surakarta will end their participation in the previous round of the round of 16.
If the Tricolori win, they would win the first round of direct elimination matches as the leader of the zone, but they only need a draw to qualify. (D)
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Source: Eluniverso

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