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FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Ghana Supporters Union provide music for 'fleet-footed' Black Starlets' dance

In the stands, a total of 43 members from the Ghana Supporters Union made the noise, screaming their lungs out and grooving like there is no tomorrow.

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Ghana overcome physical battle against Niger in all-African encounter

Ghana, who were the rightful winners of Group A, might have felt the heat in the early stages of the game but prevailed at the right time to set up yet another mouthwatering all-African contest with last edition's runner-up, Mali.

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Niger eye first win over Ghana in 'tricky' all-African Round of 16 clash

Niger have shown the glimpses of their confident game, but in Ghana, they will be facing a side who can take up the physical and technical challenges quite easily.

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 Group B review: Rampant Paraguay spring a surprise; Turkey disappoint

Paraguay finished as toppers in Group B, winning all the three matches, while Mali showed their credentials with impressive performances.

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: New Zealand showed they're more than a physical side with draw against Turkey 

New Zealand's 1-1 draw against much-fancied Turkey in lung-opener showed signs of the Kiwis' organised style rather than just physical football.

India lose to United States in opening encounter; Ghana, Paraguay start their FIFA U-17 World Cup campaigns with wins

Here's a look through images at the Day 1 action of FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 happening in India.

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: African champions Mali arrive in Mumbai for showpiece event

Mali, who are placed in Group B, will start their campaign on 6 October, the first day of the World Cup, with a match against Paraguay

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017: Germany-made engine will power Turkey's challenge in showpiece event

For each player with Turkish roots who chooses to play for Germany, there are those like Ahmed Kutucu who pick Turkey instead.