The Digicel Fiji Young Kulas encountered a significant hurdle in their final Group B match of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, suffering an 11-0 loss to France. This marked their largest defeat of the tournament, following earlier losses to Canada and Brazil, where they fell 9-0 in both matches.
By halftime, the Young Kulas were down 6-0, and the French team continued their relentless offense into the second half, adding another five goals. Despite their valiant efforts, the Fijian team found it challenging to mitigate the consistent pressure from the French squad.
The Young Kulas’ participation in the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup has proven to be a tough journey as they faced some of the best teams globally. Although the experience has been challenging, it is anticipated to offer crucial lessons and valuable exposure for the young players as they advance in their international careers.