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In a thrilling final match at the U-17 FIFA World Cup, Germany emerged victorious, defeating France 4-2 on penalties after a nail-biting 2-2 draw.
This victory marks Germany's first time lifting the U-17 World Cup trophy, adding another chapter to their rich footballing history.
The match was a testament to the resilience and determination of both teams. France took an early lead through Sael Sankou, but Germany responded quickly with an equalizer from Eric Martel.
The second half saw both teams create scoring opportunities, but neither could break the deadlock.
As the match entered extra time, the tension mounted, and both teams showed signs of fatigue. However, neither side could find a breakthrough, and the match went to penalties.
In the penalty shootout, Germany held their nerve, converting all four of their attempts. France missed two penalties, handing Germany the victory and the coveted trophy.
