According to a report by ESPN on Sunday, November 1, 2026, the semi-final pairings for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco have been decided after all the quarter-final matches were completed.

Nigeria's Flamingos have progressed to the semi-finals following a hard-fought 1-0 win against Venezuela. Captain Azeezat Oduntan emerged as the hero after converting a penalty in the 89th minute to secure victory for the Nigerian team and keep their title ambitions alive.

Nigeria will now take on Brazil for a place in the final. The South American side booked their spot in the last four after producing an impressive comeback to beat China 2-1. Helena was the star of the match, scoring twice, including the decisive goal in the 88th minute.

In another quarter-final encounter, Japan ended Ghana's campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory. Nanami Kurita found the back of the net in the 54th minute to send the Japanese team through at the expense of the Black Maidens.

Defending champions North Korea also demonstrated their quality by recording a comfortable 3-0 triumph over the United States. Ri Ui-gyong scored twice, while Ri Ye-rim completed the victory with another goal.

With the quarter-final stage now concluded, Japan are set to meet North Korea in the opening semi-final, while Nigeria will face Brazil in the other encounter.

Both matches will take place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.

Japan and North Korea will kick off at 3:00 pm, while the much-anticipated clash between Brazil and Nigeria will begin at 6:30 pm Nigerian time.

Nigeria's Flamingos will be hoping to overcome Brazil and secure a place in the final as they continue their quest to lift the tournament trophy.

Confirmed Semi-Final Fixtures

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Japan vs North Korea – 3:00 pm

Brazil vs Nigeria – 6:30 pm