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2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco

Overview

The 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup is underway in Morocco, featuring 24 national teams in a new annual format. Matches are being hosted in venues such as the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé and Rabat.

In Group A, host nation Morocco secured a 4-0 victory against New Zealand, while Germany defeated Argentina 2-1. Group C saw Brazil stage an impressive comeback to defeat Canada 6-2, led by Greise Kelly’s two goals and three assists. Norway also claimed a decisive 3-0 win over Ghana, featuring a long-range opener from Isabella Lepore and a brace from Maia Melgård.

In Group C, Ghana’s Black Maidens recently secured a 3-3 draw against Brazil in a high-scoring encounter. After Brazil took an early lead through Nicolly, Ghana responded with goals from Rafia Osman and Gloria Ameaa to lead 2-1. Brazil equalized via Kaillany Rafinah before halftime, and while Brazil regained the lead through Indy in the second half, Priscilla Mensah scored an 85th-minute equalizer for Ghana. Ghana currently sits at the bottom of Group C with one point, needing a win against Canada to keep knockout stage hopes alive.

Group D results included a 5-0 victory for Japan against Zambia, highlighted by two goals from Nanami Kurita, and a 2-0 win for France over Venezuela. In Group E, China secured a 3-0 win against Kenya, while North Korea maintained a strong presence following a 6-0 win over Puerto Rico. One of the most significant results occurred in Group E, where the United States achieved a historic 17-0 victory over Samoa, marking the “largest margin of victory in FIFA World Cup history at any level.”

Entities

FIFA · Morocco · FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup · Ghana · Rabat

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Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Ghana and Brazil draw 3-3 in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup thriller

    Ghana’s Black Maidens earned a 3-3 draw against Brazil at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, keeping their knockout stage hopes alive ahead of a crucial final group match against Canada.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Brazil and Japan secure dominant wins in U17 Women's World Cup opener

    Brazil, Japan, China, Norway, and France all secured opening victories in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with several teams recording high-scoring wins to lead their respective groups.

  3. [SPORTS] 22 sources
    United States sets FIFA World Cup record with 17-0 win over Samoa

    The U.S. U-17 women’s team set a FIFA World Cup record with a 17-0 victory over Samoa, led by Maddie DiMaria’s six goals.

  4. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Amari Manning and Deus Stanislaus join U-17 U.S. Women's National Team for FIFA World Cup

    UNC soccer players Amari Manning and Deus Stanislaus are set to compete with the U-17 U.S. Women's National Team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Morocco.

  5. [SPORTS] 31 sources
    FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup opens with major victories for Morocco, Brazil, and Japan

    The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco features opening victories for Morocco (4-0 vs New Zealand), Brazil (6-2 vs Canada), Norway (3-0 vs Ghana), and Japan (5-0 vs Zambia).

  6. [SPORTS] 21 sources
    Morocco advances in football with U20 qualification and new sports tax incentives

    Morocco's U20 football team has qualified for the 2027 CAN, while the nation prepares to host the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup and implements new tax incentives for the sports industry.

  7. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Zambia and Kenya prepare for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

    Zambia and Kenya are ramping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco, with both teams focusing on international friendlies and intensive training camps.

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