Four countries have secured places in the quarter-finals of the ongoing FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. 

The qualified teams are Ghana, Venezuela, Brazil and North Korea, following the conclusion of Round of 16 matches. Ghana booked its place in the last eight after defeating Argentina on penalties, following a one-all draw at the end of regulation time. 

Venezuela also advanced after recording a one-nil victory over Germany, while North Korea thrashed hosts Morocco six goals to nil. Brazil secured qualification after edging Poland eight-seven in a penalty shoot-out, following an entertaining three-all draw at full time. More teams are expected to secure quarter-final places today as the remaining Round of 16 fixtures continue. 

Nigeria will take on Mexico, while China will face France, and Spain will battle the United States for a place in the last eight.