{"id":12885,"date":"2025-11-11T11:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T08:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/?p=12885"},"modified":"2025-11-11T11:15:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T08:15:01","slug":"south-korea-u17-vs-ivory-coast-u17-korea-win-3-1-in-fifa-u17-world-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/football-news\/south-korea-u17-vs-ivory-coast-u17-korea-win-3-1-in-fifa-u17-world-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"South Korea U17 vs Ivory Coast U17: Korea Win 3\u20131 in FIFA U17 World Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a match packed with energy, tactical maturity, and dramatic moments, South Korea U17 secured a commanding 3\u20131 victory over Ivory Coast U17<\/strong> in the third round of the FIFA U17 World Cup. The encounter delivered everything football fans crave: early goals, second-half dominance, clinical finishing, and a late penalty that sealed the result.
For Kenyan fans who love following rising global talent\u2014and who enjoy placing smart, responsible bets\u2014this match offered a taste of the explosive quality in youth football today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

South Korea demonstrated composure and sharp execution throughout the game, while the Ivory Coast showed flashes of brilliance but struggled to keep pace in the second half. The Koreans\u2019 discipline, quick transitional play, and intelligent press proved decisive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After a tense 1\u20131 first half, South Korea took complete control in the second period, scoring twice and shutting down the Ivorian attack with solid defensive structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First Half: Early Breakthroughs and Balanced Play<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

South Korea Strike First (26\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The opening goal came after sustained Korean pressure.
Kim Ji-sung<\/strong>, expertly assisted by Lim Ye-chan<\/strong>, slotted home a composed finish to put the East Asians ahead. Their movement off the ball consistently troubled the Ivorian backline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ivory Coast Respond (35\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ivorians refused to sit back.
A brilliant sequence of play led to Toure A.<\/strong> setting up Yao H.<\/strong>, who fired in the equaliser. The goal re-energised the West Africans, whose physicality and pace began to show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Narrow Escape Before the Break (41\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

South Korea nearly retook the lead with a threatening strike from Kim Ye-geon<\/strong>, but the sides ultimately went into halftime level at 1\u20131<\/strong>, setting the stage for a thrilling second period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second Half: Korean Dominance and Tactical Precision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instant Impact After Restart (46\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Barely moments into the half, Jeong H.<\/strong>, assisted by Oh H.<\/strong>, restored South Korea\u2019s lead with a clinical finish. Their attacking patterns became more fluid, capitalising on lapses in the Ivorian midfield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building Momentum (48\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Just two minutes later, Jeong was involved again\u2014this time setting up Kim D.<\/strong>. Although the goal stood at 2\u20131<\/strong>, the Koreans clearly controlled the tempo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ivory Coast Scramble for Answers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With substitutions at the 57th minute\u2014Kouadio K., Kebe B., and Touali T.<\/strong> coming in\u2014the Ivorians attempted to regain rhythm. However, South Korea\u2019s compact defensive organization consistently repelled their advances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Injury Blow (77\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ivory Coast suffered a significant setback when Coulibaly Y.<\/strong> exited injured, shifting the game\u2019s momentum further toward South Korea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Late Drama: The Penalty (87\u2019)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After continuous pressure, South Korea earned a penalty, neatly converted by Yi Yong-hyeon<\/strong> to put the match out of reach at 3\u20131<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Substitutions and Control<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As the game wound down, tactical substitutions from South Korea\u2014including Ryu H.<\/strong> and Choi Min-jun<\/strong>\u2014ensured they maintained composure and sealed a well-earned victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For South Korea U-17<\/h3>\n\n\n\n