New Zealand V New Caledonia

Match Information

Samoa Football HQ - Field 1, Apia, SamoaOFC

Audio Language

• English

Description

New Zealand defeated New Caledonia 4-2 to advance to the final and secure a spot in the FIFA U-17 World Cup. The New Zealand team was challenged by a determined New Caledonia side, who tied the game 1-1 with a goal from Kinë Hmaen after Isla Robson scored for New Zealand. New Caledonia continued to pressure New Zealand but the second half saw a turning point when goals from Amelia Hitchcock and Mia Humphrey gave New Zealand a two-goal lead. Humphrey scored a second goal late in the match and although New Caledonia's Emmanuelle Buama scored a consolation goal, New Zealand held on for the win. They will now face Samoa in the final.

Competition Information

• Women

• Football

• U16