The Digicel Fiji Young Kulas faced a challenging match against Costa Rica, resulting in a 0-2 defeat yesterday. This match was an important part of their preparations for the upcoming FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, providing crucial insights as they prepare for the tournament beginning next week.
The game commenced with both teams displaying a competitive spirit, but Costa Rica, currently ranked 42nd in the world, gradually took control and netted two goals to secure their victory.
Head coach Angeline Chua highlighted the importance of this match for their training process. “Competing against Costa Rica allowed us to adjust to a different playing style and pinpoint areas for improvement before the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup next week,” Chua stated. “Despite the result, the experience against high-level opposition will significantly aid our players’ development.”
Similarly, Morocco, which is Fiji’s next opponent, also suffered a 2-0 loss to Costa Rica last week. This sets the stage for an crucial encounter between the Young Kulas and Morocco, as both teams aim to recover from their recent defeats and enhance their strategies.
The team intends to conduct a thorough analysis of the match with the players to gather important lessons and insights. The Young Kulas are scheduled to challenge Morocco, ranked 59th, in their upcoming friendly match today. Fiji is placed in a pool with France, Brazil, and Canada for the World Cup.