Brazil Women Under 17 beat Ecuador 4-0 on Sunday afternoon at Estádio Ameliano Villeta in Paraguay. The win closed Brazil’s group stage campaign in style and kept the team’s perfect record alive in the South American Women’s Under 17 Championship.
Gigi Marcela and Mari Martins scored for Brazil while an Ecuador own goal opened the scoring. Rilany Silva’s side had already secured a semifinal place before kickoff but the performance still carried the focus and rhythm of a team chasing the title.
Brazil now waits for Group A results and CONMEBOL’s confirmation of its semifinal opponent kickoff time and venue. The next round is scheduled for Wednesday with a place in the final and FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualification within reach.
Quick Match Summary
Detail | Information |
Match | Brazil Women Under17 vs Ecuador Women Under17 |
Final score | Brazil 4-0 Ecuador |
Competition | South American Women’s Under17 Championship |
Venue | Estádio Ameliano Villeta, Paraguay |
Brazil scorers | Gigi, Marcela, Mari Martins |
Other goal | Ecuador own goal |
Brazil coach | Rilany Silva |
Brazil Set the Tone Early
Brazil started on the front foot and quickly pushed Ecuador back. The Canarinha moved the ball with purpose attacked wide areas and gave Ecuador little time to settle.
The opening goal arrived in the 15th minute. Kotait received the ball near the touchline, drove toward the box and struck with power. Her effort deflected off the Ecuador defense and finished in the net.
That early breakthrough gave Brazil control It also rewarded the team’s aggressive start which had already produced pressure in dangerous areas.
Gigi Doubles the Lead After Quick Pressure
Brazil did not wait long to add a second. Gamonal lost possession inside the box but she reacted fast and won it back. Her shot forced goalkeeper Ginger into a save.
Gigi read the rebound well. She arrived in the right place and finished the chance to make it 2-0, The goal showed one of Brazil’s strongest traits in the match fast reaction after losing the ball. That pressure kept Ecuador pinned inside its own half and made clean exits difficult.
Second Half Goals Turn Control into a Rout
Brazil returned from halftime with the same energy. Instead of protecting the lead Rilany Silva’s team kept attacking and turned the game into a clear win.
Marcela scored Brazil’s third after a sharp pass from Pepê. The move sent Marcela one-on-one with the goalkeeper and she finished calmly for her fourth goal of the tournament.
Mari Martins then added the fourth, Gamonal again played a decisive role winning the ball inside the box and setting up her teammate for the final goal of the game.
At full time the scoreline matched the balance of the match. Brazil had controlled the pace created the better chances and finished the group stage without dropping points.
What the Result Means for Brazil?
With their latest win in the books Brazil stands alone as the only team left in the tournament holding a perfect, 100% winning record. Sure an undefeated streak does wonders for locker room confidence but more than anything it just proves how incredibly consistent this squad has been since the group stage kicked off. Now the maths is simple Brazil just needs to win their semi-final match. If they pull it off the reward is twofold they get a shot at the tournament trophy and they officially punch their ticket to the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.
Match Timeline
Time | Key Moment |
15’ | Brazil take the lead after Kotait’s powerful attempt deflects in for an Ecuador own goal. |
First half | Gigi scores from close range after Brazil regain possession and force a save. |
Second half | Marcela finishes a one-on-one chance after a precise pass from Pepê. |
Second half | Mari Martins scores Brazil’s fourth after Gamonal wins the ball and creates the assist. |
Full time | Brazil beat Ecuador 4-0 and finish the group stage with a perfect record. |
