New Caledonia name starting XI for historic U20 Women’s World Cup opener against China

New Caledonia will begin their historic FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign against China on Monday, with the team confirming its starting line-up shortly before kick-off.

The Cagoues are making their first appearance in the competition and will open their Group F schedule against China, aiming to make a positive start to their journey on the global stage.

The New Caledonia squad announced the 11 players selected to begin the match just minutes before the opening whistle. The line-up is:

– Aben Elisabeth – Hmae Leana – Ngazo Valerie – Wenessia Shirley – Gondou Kheimera – Waheo Cecilia – Honakoko Julia – Kourevi Cina – Buama Emmanuelle – Angexetine Joyce – Michel Deyanera

The confirmed team represents New Caledonia’s official starting XI for a landmark fixture in the women’s Under-20 tournament. The side will face China in the first match of its Group F campaign, with the Cagoues seeking an encouraging result in their opening appearance.

For New Caledonia, Monday’s fixture marks the beginning of an important chapter in the history of its women’s football. The players named in the starting line-up will be the first from the selection to take part in the country’s debut at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

China provide the opposition for the opening-day encounter, with both teams preparing to begin their Group F campaigns. New Caledonia’s selection was released close to kick-off, confirming the players chosen to take the field from the start.

The Cagoues will now turn their attention to the match itself, hoping their first appearance in the competition can begin with a strong performance against China. The starting line-up includes Aben Elisabeth, Hmae Leana, Ngazo Valerie, Wenessia Shirley, Gondou Kheimera, Waheo Cecilia, Honakoko Julia, Kourevi Cina, Buama Emmanuelle, Angexetine Joyce and Michel Deyanera.

With the team officially announced, New Caledonia’s historic adventure in the women’s Under-20 World Cup is ready to begin.