FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria Face Venezuela, Ghana Draw Japan in Quarter-Finals

Nigeria’s Flamingos will face Venezuela, while Ghana’s Black Maidens take on Japan in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco as both African representatives target a place in the last four.

The quarter-final fixtures were confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 16, with Nigeria and Ghana remaining Africa’s representatives in the competition.

Nigeria booked their place in the last eight with a 2-1 victory over Mexico, while Ghana defeated Argentina 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to advance.

Both African sides will be in action on Sunday, 1 November, with Ghana playing in the afternoon session and Nigeria featuring later in the evening.

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Fixtures

All four quarter-final matches will be played on Sunday, 1 November, at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Morocco.

Ghana vs Japan
Time: 4:00 pm WAT
Venue: Pitch 1

Korea DPR vs USA
Time: 4:00 pm WAT
Venue: Pitch 2

China PR vs Brazil
Time: 7:00 pm WAT
Venue: Pitch 3

Nigeria vs Venezuela
Time: 7:00 pm WAT
Venue: Pitch 4

Nigeria vs Venezuela: Flamingos Chase Semi-Final Place

Nigeria will face Venezuela in the 7:00 pm WAT encounter as they attempt to reach the semi-finals of the competition.

The Flamingos finished second in Group B after losing their opening match 2-1 to Poland.

They recovered with a 2-0 victory over Puerto Rico before producing an impressive 3-1 win against defending champions Korea DPR to secure qualification for the knockout stages.

Nigeria maintained their progress in the Round of 16, defeating Mexico 2-1 to book their place in the quarter-finals.

Their next opponents, Venezuela, progressed from Group D and will present another challenge for the Nigerian youngsters.

The Flamingos will be looking to build on their recent performances and secure a place in the semi-finals as they continue their pursuit of the world title.

Ghana vs Japan: Black Maidens Face Group D Winners

Ghana have a difficult assignment against Japan, with the two teams scheduled to meet at 4:00 pm WAT.

The Black Maidens showed determination in their Round of 16 encounter against Argentina.

Jessica Appiah scored Ghana’s opening goal before the team was reduced to ten players. Argentina subsequently found an equaliser, forcing the match into a penalty shootout.

Ghana eventually prevailed 5-4 on penalties to advance to the quarter-finals.

However, Japan will provide a stern test. The Asian side finished top of Group D with a perfect record before defeating Kenya 3-1 in the Round of 16.

Ghana will need another disciplined performance to overcome the Japanese challenge and reach the semi-finals.

Other FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Quarter-Final Matches

The remaining fixtures will see defending champions Korea DPR face the USA, while China PR take on Brazil.

Korea DPR will be seeking to continue their title defence against the Americans, while China PR and Brazil meet in a contest between two group winners.

All four quarter-final winners will progress to the semi-finals, bringing the competition closer to its decisive stages.

For Nigeria and Ghana, Sunday’s matches offer an opportunity to strengthen Africa’s presence on the global youth football stage and move one step closer to the World Cup title.