A match that has the potential to be the final in any football tournament in the world is being played out in the group stages of the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 in India on Saturday October 7. South American powerhouses Brazil take on European giants Spain at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi.
RESULT: BRAZIL WON 2-1 AGAINST SPAIN.
"It's a match between two great footballing nations, two heavyweights who are both travelling to the tournament as continental champions," mentioned Brazil striker Paulinho.
"There's no doubt that this game will show both teams where they stand and what their chances are like at this competition. It's the first match and, at the same time, our first final."
Vinicius Junior remains the biggest miss
Brazilian wonder-kid Vinicius Junior, who was recently snapped up by Real Madrid, was expected to be the star attraction of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, but the 17-year-old forward was pulled out of the national team squad, reportedly as his current club Flamengo didn't want to let him go.
Other reports also suggested that Vinicius Jr actually had a knee injury.
Real Madrid and Barcelona players could make the difference
Coach Carlos Amadeu's Brazilian boys are defensively very strong. Offensively as well, the likes of midfielder Alan Souza and forwards Lincoln and Paulinho are the players to watch out for the young Selecao side.
Spain, meanwhile, boast of key defenders in Victor Chust Garcia, a centre-back who plays for the Real Madrid youth team and full-back Mateu Morey, who plies his trade with the Barcelona B team. Another Barcelona B player, Abel Ruiz, is the biggest name in the Spanish line-up. The 17-year-old, standing at around 6ft tall, is already an established goal poacher.
"It is a long tournament but winning against a good side like Brazil will put us in good stead for future matches," mentioned Spain Under 17 football team coach Santi Denia.
You absolutely cannot miss this match LIVE. Check out all the information below:
BRAZIL vs SPAIN
- Date - October 7
- Time - 5 pm IST, 12:30 pm CET, 8:30 am Brazil time
- Venue - JLN Stadium Kochi
Watch live in the following ways
TV guide
Sony Ten 2/HD, Sony Ten 3, DD Sports (India)
SporTV (Brazil)
Gol (Spain)
Radio commentary
Akashvani All India Radio (India)
Live streaming
Sony Liv (India)
Eurosport Player (Spain)
Live scores
