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England Women U20s squad announced amid boycott concerns ahead of World Cup

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

England Women U20s squad announced amid boycott concerns ahead of World Cup
Summary

Manager Lydia Bedford has announced the England Women U20 squad for the Fifa U20s Women's World Cup, slated to run from September 5 to 27 in Poland. The announcement comes amid a looming boycott threat from European nations related to FIFA's proposed Fifa Forward Enterprise changes. Bedford emphasized a focus on preparation despite the discussions surrounding the boycott. England has been drawn into Group B alongside Brazil, Tanzania, and Canada, with their opening match set for September 5.

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By the Numbers
  • •Lydia Bedford names 21-player squad for World Cup
  • •England plays Canada in opening match on September 5
  • •Boycott threats arise from FIFA's proposed policy changes
  • •England drawn in Group B with Brazil, Tanzania, and Canada
  • •UEFA has voiced strong opposition to FIFA's plans
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  • 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — England Women U20s squad named amid boycott threat
  • 1:00 PMBBC Sport — England Women U20s squad named amid boycott threat
What they're saying
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Manager Lydia Bedford has named her England squad for the upcoming Fifa U20s Women's World Cup amid ongoing threat of a boycott from European nations.

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Manager Lydia Bedford has named her England squad for the upcoming Fifa U20s Women's World Cup amid ongoing threat of a boycott from European nations.

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