North Korea U17 Women delivered a commanding performance at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, thrashing Morocco U17 Women 6-0 on 29 October 2026. A ruthless first-half display and a hat-trick from their standout forward underlined North Korea’s status as one of the tournament’s most dangerous attacking teams.

Match overview

North Korea U17 Women were on the front foot from the opening whistle, pressing Morocco high and forcing turnovers in dangerous areas. The early pressure paid off quickly, and once the first goal went in, the game settled into a clear pattern: North Korea attacked in waves while Morocco struggled to keep possession long enough to relieve the pressure.

The scoreline was already comfortable by half-time, but North Korea did not ease off after the break. Their movement, quick passing and clinical finishing proved too much for a Moroccan side that kept working but found itself overwhelmed by the speed of the opposition’s transitions.

Key moments

• 7th minute: North Korea took the lead with a low finish after a swift move down the left.
• 19th minute: A second goal arrived from close range following a corner-kick scramble.
• 31st minute: The North Korean forward scored her second with a composed finish inside the box.
• 54th minute: A sweeping team move ended with a neat finish for the fourth goal.
• 68th minute: North Korea added a fifth with a powerful strike from the edge of the area.
• 82nd minute: The hat-trick was completed with a header from a cross on the right.

Tactical story

North Korea’s high press was the foundation of the performance. Their forwards closed down Morocco’s centre-backs aggressively, cutting off short passing lanes and forcing long clearances. That allowed the midfield to win the second ball and launch immediate attacks, often before Morocco could reset its defensive shape.

Morocco U17 Women tried to stay compact and defend in numbers, but the constant pressure eventually created gaps. When Morocco did win possession, they were unable to keep the ball for long, and North Korea’s quick counter-pressing suffocated any hopes of a sustained response.

Standout performers

The hat-trick scorer was the obvious headline act, showing excellent movement, composure in front of goal and a strong physical presence. North Korea’s midfield also deserves credit for controlling the tempo and supplying a steady stream of quality service. For Morocco, the goalkeeper made several saves to prevent an even heavier defeat, while the captain worked tirelessly in midfield.

World Cup impact

The result gives North Korea U17 Women a significant boost in the group and a healthy goal difference that could prove decisive in the standings. Morocco U17 Women will need to regroup quickly, tighten their defensive shape and find a way to keep possession under pressure in their next match. At youth World Cup level, momentum can change fast, but North Korea’s performance sent a clear message about their title credentials.