OMM Newsroom
The first FIFA U-15 World Cup and festival in football history has begun in Baku. The opening matches produced some unexpected results.
Opening match results
In the morning programme, Argentina lost 1-0 to Algeria. The South Americans had more possession and attacking initiative but could not score. Algeria secured the win with a goal midway through the second half.
Indonesia beat Fiji 7-1. Diki Marani and Muhammad Hariri Maulana scored two goals each. Spain defeated Chile 4-2 after twice falling behind.
India beat Laos 4-2, while Malawi overcame Chinese Taipei 3-2. Wales and Bangladesh drew 0-0.
Azerbaijan to play today
The U-15 World Cup is being held in Baku from October 24 to 30. A total of 189 national teams are taking part. Matches are played in an eight-a-side format, with two 20-minute halves.
Azerbaijan will face Timor-Leste at 7:30 p.m. today at Baku Crystal Hall. The match will serve as the official opening game of the World Cup. The opening ceremony at the same venue will begin at 7 p.m.
