Tenth FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Begins in Morocco Featuring 24 Nations
The tenth edition of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup kicked off in Morocco, featuring 24 national teams competing across six groups.
In Brief
- •The tenth edition of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup kicked off in Morocco, featuring 24 national teams competing across six groups.
- •Opening day fixtures include Argentina against Germany, defending champions North Korea facing Puerto Rico, host nation Morocco playing New Zealand, and Nigeria taking on Poland.
- •Kenya's Junior Starlets are competing in Group E, marking their second appearance in the tournament following their debut at the 2024 edition in the Dominican Republic.
- •The tournament will run through November 7, when the final match is scheduled to be held in Rabat.
Why It Matters
This tournament represents a key milestone for international youth women's football, showcasing expanding participation with 24 teams competing on the global stage in Morocco. For African nations including Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia, and the host nation Morocco, the competition offers crucial high-level international exposure and furthers the development of women's football programs across the continent.
Key Details
- Participating Nations
- 24 teams in 6 groups
- Host Nation
- Morocco
- Final Venue
- Rabat, Morocco
- Final Date
- November 7
- Defending Champions
- North Korea
Context & Background
The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup is an international tournament featuring top youth talent from around the world, with the previous tournament held in the Dominican Republic in 2024.
What To Watch
The tournament final will take place on November 7 in Rabat, Morocco.
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