The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 will get underway in Rabat on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with hosts Morocco facing New Zealand as 24 national teams begin their quest for global glory.

The tournament will be staged at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in the Moroccan capital, marking the second consecutive year the country has hosted the competition.

Four matches are scheduled for the opening day, with Germany taking on Argentina and DPR Korea facing Puerto Rico in the first fixtures, both kicking off at 15:00 local time.

Morocco will then take centre stage at 18:00 when they meet New Zealand in Group B, with the hosts hoping to make a positive start in front of their home supporters.

The opening-day programme will conclude with Poland facing Nigeria in Group A, completing an action-packed schedule at the tournament.

The competition brings together 24 teams representing all six FIFA confederations, offering a platform for some of the world’s most promising young female footballers to showcase their talent on the international stage.

FIFA has introduced an innovative tournament format, with matches played across different pitches within the Mohammed VI Football Complex. A fan zone will also provide activities for visitors of all ages throughout the competition.

The governing body has encouraged supporters to secure their tickets ahead of the opening matches, while statistics and fixtures are available through its official website.

Editorial resources for accredited media representatives will also be accessible through the FIFA Media Hub.

With Morocco hosting the tournament for a second successive year, attention will turn to the hosts as they seek to make the most of home advantage against New Zealand, while the other participating nations begin their campaigns with ambitions of lifting the trophy.