Poland hosts the women's under-20 World Cup tournament in four cities

The 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is underway in Poland, with matches scheduled through September 27 across the cities of Łódź, Bielsko-Biała, Katowice, and Sosnowiec. As the host nation, Poland makes its tournament debut under head coach Marcin Kasprowicz, who has focused on youth development programs like the Young Eagles Academy. The competition features teams from multiple continents, including Argentina, Benin, Brazil, Canada, England, and Mexico. Many of the participating players occupy roles in top-tier leagues, with managers highlighting the tournament as a primary development platform for future senior-level success. Previous tournament winners, such as Spain, often transition several roster members to their senior national squads following the competition. The tournament serves as a key indicator for emerging talent, with scouts from major European clubs monitoring prospects like Benin’s Romaine Gandonou throughout the group stages.

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