The Digicel Fiji Young Kulas faced a significant challenge in their final Group B match of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia, suffering an 11-0 defeat against France. This marked their heaviest loss in the tournament, having previously been beaten 9-0 by both Canada and Brazil.
In the matchup against France, the Young Kulas found themselves down 6-0 at halftime. The French team continued their dominant performance into the second half, scoring five additional goals.
Despite their efforts, the Fijian team struggled to respond to the relentless offensive pressure from the French side. The Young Kulas’ experience at the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup has been a difficult one, competing against some of the top teams in the world.
Though the competition has been tough, it is anticipated that the experience will provide valuable lessons and exposure for the young team as they work towards their development on the international stage.