2026 U-17 Women's World Cup: Four African Countries Qualify for the Round of 16

Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and host nation Morocco have qualified for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Kenya secured its place with a 4-0 win over Samoa in its final group match on Sunday evening. It finished third in Group E with three points from three matches and advanced as one of the best third-placed teams. The knockout stage begins this week.