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Gibraltar’s under‑15 side made history at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, earning their first point in a World Cup tournament after two matches. The team opened the competition in Group V against Bolivia, a side that had been tipped as favourites. A goal from Guitterez gave Bolivia the lead, but Gibraltar were forced to concede an own goal, leaving the score at 2‑0. Bolivia now tops the group after their third match. Gibraltar’s next game was against Seychelles. The Gibraltarian side fell behind early when Paynet scored, but Pincho equalised. Al Greene gave Gibraltar the lead after 22 minutes, only for Ernestas to level the score again, making it 2‑2. Purdy restored the advantage in the 34th minute, but Ernestas completed a brace in the final minute, and the match finished 3‑3. The draw gave Gibraltar their first point in the tournament. Matches are played in an 8‑v‑8 format, with each half lasting 20 minutes. Gibraltar will face Paraguay and Tahiti in Group V on Monday. Article source: Gibraltar Chronicle | Image credit: Gibraltar Chronicle
Gibraltar’s under‑15 side made history at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, earning their first point in a World Cup tournament after two matches. The team opened the competition in Group V against Bolivia, a side that had been tipped as favourites. A goal from Guitterez gave Bolivia the lead, but Gibraltar were forced to concede an own goal, leaving the score at 2‑0. Bolivia now tops the group after their third match. Gibraltar’s next game was against Seychelles. The Gibraltarian side fell behind early when Paynet scored, but Pincho equalised. Al Greene gave Gibraltar the lead after 22 minutes, only for Ernestas to level the score again, making it 2‑2. Purdy restored the advantage in the 34th minute, but Ernestas completed a brace in the final minute, and the match finished 3‑3. The draw gave Gibraltar their first point in the tournament. Matches are played in an 8‑v‑8 format, with each half lasting 20 minutes. Gibraltar will face Paraguay and Tahiti in Group V on Monday.
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