In the Round of 16 of the U-17 World Cup, England defeated South Korea 2-0. Following this sporting result, 'The Three Lions' secured their place in the quarter-finals, where they will face Austria. Both goals in this international youth match were scored by England players: defender Jung Hui-seop (own goal) and left winger Reigan Heskey. Throughout the first half of the match, the European team deployed a solid offensive strategy that disrupted their opponent's defensive lines. In the 28th minute, defender Jung Hui-seop deflected a pass into the small penalty area, but accidentally, the ball did not go as expected and ended up in the bottom of his own net. In this way, England opened the scoring. In the 35th minute, Reigan Heskey headed the ball into the net from inside the penalty area.
England Defeats South Korea to Advance to U-17 World Cup Quarters
The England U-17 national football team defeated South Korea 2-0 in the Round of 16 of the World Cup in Qatar. This victory secured 'The Three Lions' a place in the next round, where they will face Austria. Both goals were scored by England players.