U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group Tables, Standings and Fixtures

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The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 is taking place in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, featuring 24 nations competing for the world title. The teams are divided into six groups of four, with African representatives Nigeria, Morocco, Ghana, Zambia and Kenya aiming to make their mark on the global stage.

The opening matches produced convincing victories for Morocco and defending champions Korea DPR, while Germany and Poland also collected three points. With three group-stage matchdays scheduled for each team, every result will be crucial in the race for the knockout rounds.

Below are the latest U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 group tables, team performance updates and complete fixtures for Matchdays 1, 2 and 3.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group A Table Standings

Hosts Morocco started strongly with a 4-0 victory over New Zealand, putting them top of Group A on goal difference. Germany also secured three points after beating Argentina 2-1. Argentina must recover from their opening defeat, while New Zealand will need a major improvement after conceding four goals. Morocco and Germany have made positive starts, but their next matches will provide a tougher test.

Group A fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 17: Germany 2-1 Argentina; Morocco 4-0 New Zealand.
Matchday 2 – October 20: Argentina vs New Zealand; Morocco vs Germany.
Matchday 3 – October 23: Argentina vs Morocco; New Zealand vs Germany.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group B Table Standings

Defending champions Korea DPR delivered a commanding 6-0 win against Puerto Rico, immediately establishing themselves as strong contenders. Poland also began positively with a 2-1 victory over Nigeria’s Flamingos. Nigeria must bounce back quickly to keep their qualification hopes alive, while Puerto Rico face an uphill challenge after their heavy defeat. The clash between Korea DPR and Poland could prove decisive in determining the group leaders.

Group B fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 17: Korea DPR 6-0 Puerto Rico; Poland 2-1 Nigeria.
Matchday 2 – October 20: Korea DPR vs Poland; Nigeria vs Puerto Rico.
Matchday 3 – October 23: Nigeria vs Korea DPR; Puerto Rico vs Poland.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group C Table Standings

Group C brings together Canada, Brazil, Norway and Ghana. Canada arrive with strong qualifying form, while Brazil will look to demonstrate their pedigree in youth football. Norway aim to progress beyond the group stage, and Ghana will hope to represent African football proudly. With four competitive teams, the opening fixtures could quickly shape the race for the top two positions.

Group C fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 18: Canada vs Brazil; Norway vs Ghana.
Matchday 2 – October 21: Canada vs Norway; Ghana vs Brazil.
Matchday 3 – October 24: Ghana vs Canada; Brazil vs Norway.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group D Table Standings

Japan and France bring considerable experience to Group D, having previously won the U-17 Women’s World Cup. Zambia are hoping to build on their recent appearances at the tournament, while Venezuela will aim to compete strongly against the European and Asian challengers. Japan vs Zambia and France vs Venezuela headline the opening round, with the results likely to provide an early indication of each team's ambitions.

Group D fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 18: Japan vs Zambia; France vs Venezuela.
Matchday 2 – October 21: Japan vs France; Venezuela vs Zambia.
Matchday 3 – October 24: Venezuela vs Japan; Zambia vs France.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group E Table Standings

Kenya’s Junior Starlets will be among the teams to watch in Group E as they return to the global stage. Their qualification campaign demonstrated their ability to compete under pressure. However, China PR and the United States provide formidable opposition, while Samoa will be eager to make a positive impression. Kenya’s opening encounter against China could be particularly important as they seek points towards a possible place in the Round of 16.

Group E fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 19: Kenya vs China PR; USA vs Samoa.
Matchday 2 – October 22: China PR vs Samoa; USA vs Kenya.
Matchday 3 – October 25: China PR vs USA; Samoa vs Kenya.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Group F Table Standings

Group F features Spain, Mexico, Australia and Chile. Spain will look to impose their technical style, while Mexico bring experience from previous deep runs in the competition. Australia will aim to challenge for qualification, and Chile have an opportunity to make a statement against some of the tournament’s established sides. Spain vs Mexico is one of the standout opening fixtures, with all four teams needing consistency across the three matchdays.

Group F fixtures

Matchday 1 – October 19: Spain vs Mexico; Australia vs Chile.
Matchday 2 – October 22: Spain vs Australia; Chile vs Mexico.
Matchday 3 – October 25: Chile vs Spain; Mexico vs Australia.

U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Qualification Format

The 24 participating nations are split into six groups of four. The top two teams from each group and the four best third-placed teams will advance to the Round of 16.

Teams earn three points for a win and one for a draw. Goal difference and goals scored can become important when sides finish level on points.

The group stage runs from October 17 to October 25, followed by the knockout rounds. The final is scheduled for November 7 in Morocco.

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