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African Nations Prepare for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Kick-Off

The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 kicks off on Friday 17 October, with 24 nations set to compete for the title in Rabat, Morocco, until 7 November.


The tournament will provide a platform for some of the world’s most promising young female footballers to showcase their talent on the international stage, with five African nations preparing to represent the continent.

Hosts Morocco will be joined by Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia and Kenya as Africa looks to make its mark at the global competition.

Morocco will compete in Group A alongside New Zealand, Germany and Argentina. Nigeria have been drawn in Group B with Korea DPR, Puerto Rico and Poland, while Ghana will compete in Group C alongside Canada, Brazil and Norway.

Zambia will face Japan, France and Venezuela in Group D, while Kenya are in Group E alongside the United States, Samoa and China PR.

The group stage will be crucial for all five African representatives as they look to secure a place in the knockout rounds. The top two teams from each group, together with the four best third-placed teams, will advance to the round of 16.

As hosts, Morocco will have the advantage of home support, while Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia and Kenya will be eager to make the most of the opportunity to compete against some of the best young players in the world.

The tournament also offers an important opportunity for the development of women’s football on the continent, giving young players valuable international experience and a platform to showcase their potential.

With the opening matches approaching, the African representatives will be hoping to start their campaigns positively and build momentum as they pursue a place in the latter stages of the competition.

Opening Fixtures for the African Teams:

Saturday, 17 October

  • Morocco vs New Zealand — Group A

  • Poland vs Nigeria — Group B

Sunday, 18 October

  • Japan vs Zambia — Group D

  • Norway vs Ghana — Group C

Monday, 19 October

  • Kenya vs China PR — Group E

Writer: Lindokuhle Smile
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