Under 17 World Cup Mexico 2011

Haven't seen anyone mention this yet, I always enjoy seeing the future talents play. Currently watching North Korea-Netherlands, game just started. All the games can be streamed for free on the FIFA site here: http://www.fifa.com/u17worldcup/video/live/index.html

I had high hopes for the Dutch team after they won the European Championship for Under 17 a month ago. Then a few days ago they played their first game against Congo and lost 1-0. And on top of that during that game all their hotelrooms were robbed. So much for that, then. Still some good players there though.

I like watching this kind of games as well but I'm usually at work when they are on.

Brazil beat Denmark by 2-0 yesterday.

Yeah, your team looked good Diego, you won 3-0 actually. France also looked good against Argentina, won 3-0. You can also check the highlights from all games on their site: http://www.fifa.com/u17worldcup/highlights/video/index.html

Oh, 3-0? I only saw the last 2 goals then, while watching ESPN's Sportscenter last night. Will take a look at the highlights when I have time

Holland losing again, 1-0 for North Korea!

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1-1!

Just watched North Korea V Holland. Ended up 1-1. Wasn't the total football I was expecting from Holland. Seemed a lot of long ball stuff.

Been watching our u21s by the look of it .

Aussies won 2-1 over Ivory Coast. Good win, that. Got a Liverpool youngster in the team who grew up in my neighbourhood!

Just watched North Korea V Holland. Ended up 1-1. Wasn't the total football I was expecting from Holland. Seemed a lot of long ball stuff.

Been watching our u21s by the look of it .

Yeah, so far this tournament they're not even a shadow of how they played in the European Championship. But I guess that's characteristic of players at that age, inconsistency. They won that final 5-2 against Germany, but now Germany seem to be playing better as they won 6-1 against Equador in their first game this tournament. I wouldn't expect any total football at that age from us, but even in this game against North Korea I did see some of the Dutch style of play, even if they did fail. Playing in possession, mostly on the opposition's half. Ofcourse that means they have the same weakness too, getting frustrated by defensive teams and getting caught off guard with swift counters.

Aussies won 2-1 over Ivory Coast. Good win, that. Got a Liverpool youngster in the team who grew up in my neighbourhood!

Would that be a lad called Tom King.

This competition is all going to be about Raheem!

Haven't seen anyone mention this yet, I always enjoy seeing the future talents play.

It's been mentioned in the Kop, the Seven Young Reds thread was going on about this competition and especially the performance of the young Sterling, who was one of England's best players on Sunday in their game against Rwanda.

It is Canada today isn't, I'm looking forward to seeing how our lads get on again today

Raheem Sterling vs Rwanda

Great video, that. Now I can't wait to watch him against Canada, he is such a talent.

Morgan just opened the scoring vs Canada.

Canada's Goalkeeper makes it 2-2.

How'd the Liverpool players go Rodders?

How'd the Liverpool players go Rodders?

Morgan was quiet, but had little service.  Sterling showed flashes of brilliance and was very unlucky to not make it 3-1.  To be honest, it was like watching England seniors at times, dull. Sunderland keeper Pickford was at fault for both goals conceded.  To be honest, it was the Canadian Keeper, Roberts, and one of Canada's centre backs, Stanese, who caught the eye though and if I had to pick a couple from England, I'd probably say Nathan Redmond (Birmingham) & Jordan Cousins (Charlton).

Nice one. Cheers.

Good to hear Morgan scored at least. Will give him confidence for the tournament.

Fell asleep while trying to watch the England game last night.  Sounds like the keeper had a bit of a mare.  Wonder if that will give Belford a chance against Uruguay?

Anyhows, here's the match report:

Morgan on target for England
23rd Jun 2011 - Latest News

Adam Morgan took his prolific goalscoring form at club level onto the international stage last night with a strike in England's 2-2 draw with Canada at the FIFA U17 World Cup.

 Morgan netted after 46 minutes to give John Peacock's side the lead as he headed home from a well delivered free kick which had been won following a powerful run by Anfield teammate Raheem Sterling.

Canada levelled shortly after thanks to a goal from Jalali before Turgott restored England's lead. However, a freak goal in the closing stages by Canada goalkeeper Quillan Roberts - who netted with a long range kick downfield which bounced over everybody before landing in the back of the net - salvaged a point for the Canadians.

Sterling, Morgan and Matty Regan all completed the 90 minutes in Pachuca while Jack Dunn was introduced as an 82nd minute substitute. Brad Smith and Tyrell Belford both watched the game from the bench.

England's final group game is against Uruguay, who have already booked their place in the knock-out stage of the competition thanks to a last minute winner against Rwanda.

Author: Paul Eaton

http://www.liverpoolfc.tv/news/latest-news/morgan-on-target-for-england

Is this a proper world cup? Canada, North Korea and Rwanda  No offence but I wouldnt associate those countries with being producers of under 17 talent

Is this a proper world cup? Canada, North Korea and Rwanda  No offence but I wouldnt associate those countries with being producers of under 17 talent

From wiki:

Qualification
The host nation of each tournament qualifies automatically. The remaining teams qualify through competitions organised by the six regional confederations. For the first edition of the tournament in 1985, all of the teams from Europe plus Bolivia appeared by invitation of FIFA.

Confederation Championship
AFC (Asia) - AFC U-16 Championship
CAF (Africa) - African Under-17 Championship
CONCACAF (North, Central America and Caribbean) - CONCACAF Under-17 Championship
CONMEBOL (South America) - South American Under-17 Football Championship
OFC (Oceania) - OFC U-17 Championship
UEFA (Europe) - UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FIFA_U-17_World_Cup

Is this a proper world cup? Canada, North Korea and Rwanda  No offence but I wouldnt associate those countries with being producers of under 17 talent

I'm pretty sure that Africa has produced more winners than any continent at this age so Rwanda while looking out of place should not have been underestimated.

just after seen this now!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n87oKk4BnPI&feature=player_embedded#at=32

Haha watched that live last night on FIFA.com

Sterling was fantastic again. He has to be the best player in the tournament so far.