The Digicel Fiji Young Kulas faced a significant challenge in their final Group B match at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, suffering an 11-0 defeat to France. This marked their heaviest loss in the tournament, following earlier defeats to Canada and Brazil, each ending in 9-0.
The match against France saw the Young Kulas trailing 6-0 by halftime. The French team continued their strong offensive play in the second half, scoring five additional goals.
Despite their best efforts, the Fijian team found it difficult to respond to the French attack. The Young Kulas’ experience at the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup has been challenging, as they faced some of the best teams globally.
Although the journey has been tough, it is anticipated that the lessons learned will be invaluable for the young squad as they grow and develop on the international stage.