Guinea set to face Benin in high-stakes U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier

Guinea will take on Benin in a critical two-legged tie as part of the second round of qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed.

The Guinean side, seeking a breakthrough on the continental stage, will first travel to Benin for the opening leg of the encounter, with the match scheduled to take place on either September 19, 20 or 21, 2025.

The return leg will be held on home soil a week later, between September 26 and 28.

While the precise venues, kickoff times, and final dates for the matches have yet to be announced, CAF has assured that full details will be communicated in the coming days.

This two-match showdown represents a significant hurdle for both nations as they bid for a spot in the global tournament.

The winner of the tie will advance to the subsequent stage of Africa’s qualifying path for the U-20 Women’s World Cup.

Guinea’s journey to this point has been marked by growing investment in youth football and an increasing focus on the women’s game.

The upcoming fixtures will provide a crucial test of the team’s development and resilience under pressure.

Benin, likewise, will be looking to assert their strength on home ground in the first leg and carry any advantage into the decisive return fixture in Guinea.

The 2026 edition of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup promises to be fiercely competitive, with African representatives hoping to make a strong impact on the global stage.

Only a limited number of slots are available for African nations, intensifying the importance of each round in the qualification process.

For Guinea, this tie with Benin is more than just a fixture—it’s an opportunity to showcase the potential of its rising talents and establish its credentials as a contender for a place among the world’s elite youth teams.

As preparations begin in earnest, the Guinean Football Federation and its technical staff are expected to announce squad selections and training plans in the coming weeks.

With a determined mindset and strategic approach, Guinea will aim to navigate past Benin and edge closer to a historic qualification for the 2026 finals.