South Korea face Italy in Women’s Under-20 World Cup quarter-final

South Korea and Italy meet in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Under-20 World Cup at Arena Sosnowiec in Poland on Saturday, 19 September.

South Korea reached the last eight after a 1-0 victory over Argentina in their round-of-16 tie. They are aiming to reach the semi-finals for the first time since 2010.

Italy are enjoying a historic run in the competition. Returning after a 14-year absence, they have reached the quarter-finals for the first time after overcoming China on penalties.

The match finished 1-1 after extra time before Italy won the shootout 5-4.

The winners will face either Brazil or Spain in the semi-finals on Wednesday, 23 September.