FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Squads Announced
Participating nations have revealed their final squad lists for the 10th installment of the global tournament.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Soccer
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Twenty-four national teams have confirmed their rosters ahead of the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The tournament is set to be hosted in Morocco, marking the start of a five-year commitment to hold the event in the country annually.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a premier stage for emerging global talent to compete on an international level. This edition notably features tournament debuts from Argentina, Australia, and Puerto Rico as they join established powers like DPR Korea and Spain.
A total of 24 national teams will participate in this 10th installment of the tournament. The field includes three nations making their tournament debuts: Argentina, Australia, and Puerto Rico.
The players
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The Federation Internationale de Football Association is the international governing body for association football.
Argentina
Argentina is a national team making its debut in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
Australia
Australia is a national team making its debut in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is a national team making its debut in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
The details
Matches will be contested in Rabat at the Mohammed VI Football Complex and the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium. The competition format advances the top two teams from each of the six groups, along with the four best third-placed sides, to the knockout stage.
Timeline
The tournament begins on 17 October 2026.
The tournament ends on 7 November 2026.
Season Trajectory
This year's tournament marks the beginning of a five-year hosting cycle in Morocco, signaling a strategic shift toward consistent annual scheduling. The inclusion of three debutant nations suggests a widening competitive field that challenges the historical dominance of established programs.
Advancement to the knockout stage requires finishing in the top two of a group or securing a spot as one of the four best third-placed teams. Fans can prepare for the tournament schedule by referencing the official ticketing portal for match access.
The takeaway
The addition of three new national teams reflects the growing global interest and development of youth women's soccer. Viewers should track group standings closely, as the performance of third-placed teams will be critical to the expanded knockout phase qualification.
What happens next
The tournament kicks off on 17 October 2026 and concludes with the final match on 7 November 2026.
Further reading
For more background on upcoming matches, visit the Soccer section.
More information
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