The city of Santiago of the knights was the headquarters of a historic event yesterday, with the opening of the U-17 World Cup of Fifa, before a spectacular audience that vibrated every second with the presentation.
The event began with a parade of flags from all the participating countries, which was accompanied with a play of lights that the fans They enjoyed it in a very special way.
Then there was a great uproar from those present when the interpreter of meringue Manny Cruzwho performed some songs from his repertoire to end with “En La Isla”, the official theme of the World Cup.
Next, the world and Olympic 400 meters champion took the stage, Marileidy Paulino carrying a large flag national, who has been designated Official Ambassador of the World Cup, and the public gave a standing ovation in recognition of his inspiring career.
A spectacular show of fireworks It illuminated the Cibaeño sky, thus crowning an anteroom full of color.
The eleventh of Dominican Republic and Ecuador appeared on the ground Cibao FC and the thousands of fans Those present erupted with joy upon seeing our national team ready to make the official presentation, which concluded when the notes of the National Anthem were sung.
He was present at the event Raquel PenaVice President of the Republic, Mayor Ulises RodrÃguez, in his role as host headquarters, authorities of the FIFAlocal among others.
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With two goals from Jaslym Valverde Tenorio, Ecuador defeated the Dominican Republic 2-0, in the first game from both countries.
Forward Valverde Tenorio scored early in the 14th minute and repeated her feat 15 minutes later, in the 29th minute, to give the South Americans the victory.
The rest of the game It was maintained with a tight defense on both sides.
Ecuadorians Evelyn Burgos and Rosa Estupiñan each received a yellow card and Dominican Jeanery DÃaz was also the recipient of one.
This Thursday, North Korea faces Mexico and Brazil faces Zambia at the Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium, while Japan faces Poland and Kenya faces England at the Olympic Stadium. Cibao Soccer Club.
