U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Second Leg Schedule – The Road to Poland 2026
The excitement is building as the U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers continue! Following a series of compelling first leg matches, the return fixtures for the third round are scheduled for February 13th and 14th, 2026. This crucial stage represents the final challenge before the fourth and decisive round of qualification for the tournament in Poland.
Several teams are already in a strong position, holding advantages from the first leg. Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire, for example, appear well-placed to advance. However, some ties remain incredibly close, promising dramatic showdowns. All eyes will be on the rematch between South Africa and Ghana, following a thrilling 2-2 draw in the first leg, and the encounter between Senegal and Nigeria, where Nigeria secured a narrow 1-0 victory.
Key Matchups to Watch
The stakes are high as these young athletes compete for a chance to represent their nations on the world stage. The intensity of these qualifiers is a testament to the growing talent and passion for women’s football globally. For more information on the development of women’s football, check out FIFA’s Women’s Football section.
Full Schedule – Second Leg, Third Round
Here’s the complete schedule for the second leg matches of the third round of the 2026 U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers:
- Friday, February 13, 2026
- 14:00: Botswana vs Cameroon
- 17:00: Benin vs Egypt
- Saturday, February 14, 2026
- 13:30: Malawi vs Guinea-Bissau
- 14:00: Tanzania vs Kenya
- 14:00: South Africa vs Ghana
- 14:00: Zambia vs Uganda
- 16:00: DR Congo vs Côte d’Ivoire
- 18:00: Senegal vs Nigeria
Don’t miss a moment of the action as these teams fight for their dreams of reaching the U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland! Stay tuned for updates and results as the qualifiers progress. You can find more details on the official CAF (Confédération Africaine de Football) website.
