The U20 Women's World Cup, commencing September 5 in Poland, features five African nations with diverse aspirations. Nigeria's Falconets, a consistent participant and two-time finalist in 2010 and 2014, aim for their first title. They are in Group F with Spain, China, and New Caledonia. Coach Moses Aduku emphasizes maintaining their qualification tradition.

Ghana's Black Princesses, in their eighth appearance, hope to advance past the first round from Group C, which includes France, South Korea, and Ecuador. Benin and Tanzania are making their historic debuts. Benin's Amazones, coached by Ouzerou Abdoulaye, are in Group A with host Poland, Mexico, and Argentina, playing Mexico first on September 5, 2026. Tanzania, in Group B, faces Brazil, England, and Canada. The tournament's first round, from September 5 to 13, is crucial for Africa to assert its growing presence in global women's football.