The defending champions of the competition’s 2022 edition dominated proceedings at ArcelorMittal Park and finished top of the group with nine points, while China’s defeat left them on four points.
• Spain: Daniela Agote 19' (pen), Paula Comendador 41', Paula Comendador 45+1'
• China: Jiaxin Huang 66'
Spain took the lead in the 19th minute when Daniela Agote converted from the penalty spot to put the European champions in front.
The goal continued Spain’s impressive attacking display in the tournament after they had already defeated Nigeria 2-0 in their opening match before producing an emphatic 11-0 victory over New Caledonia.
Spain doubled their advantage shortly before half-time through Paula Comendador, who struck in the 41st minute.
Comendador then completed her brace in first-half stoppage time, scoring in the 45+1st minute to give Spain a commanding 3-0 lead at the interval.
China responded after the restart and reduced the deficit through Jiaxin Huang in the 66th minute, giving the Asian side a brief opportunity to fight their way back into the contest.
Spain, however, held firm during the remainder of the match to secure another victory and preserve their unbeaten record.
Spain dominate Group F
The victory means Spain finish the group stage with a perfect nine points from nine, scoring 16 goals and conceding just one across their three matches.
Their campaign began with the 2-0 win over Nigeria before they demolished New Caledonia 11-0. The 3-1 victory over China completed an impressive group-stage performance from the tournament favourites.
China finished second in the group on four points, while Nigeria also ended on four points after their dramatic 10-1 victory over New Caledonia. Nigeria's superior goal difference saw the Falconets progress alongside Spain and China to the knockout stage.
Spain now enter the knockout phase with considerable momentum as they continue their bid for another FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup title.