According to a report by ESPN on Sunday November 1, 2026, the semi-final fixtures of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco have been confirmed following the conclusion of the quarter-final matches.

Nigeria's Flamingos have secured their place in the last four after recording an important 1-0 victory over Venezuela. Captain Azeezat Oduntan scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot in the 89th minute, sending Nigeria into the semi-finals and keeping their hopes of winning the competition alive.

The Nigerian youngsters will now face Brazil in what promises to be a difficult encounter. Brazil booked their semi-final ticket after coming from behind to defeat China 2-1, with Helena scoring twice, including the winning goal in the 88th minute.

In the other quarter-final matches, Japan defeated Ghana 1-0 to eliminate the Black Maidens from the competition. Nanami Kurita scored the only goal of the encounter in the 54th minute.

Meanwhile, defending champions North Korea delivered an impressive performance against the United States, securing a convincing 3-0 victory. Ri Ui-gyong scored twice, while Ri Ye-rim added another goal to send her country into the semi-finals.

Following these results, Japan will face North Korea in the first semi-final, while Nigeria will battle Brazil in the second semi-final.

The two encounters are scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.

The first semi-final between Japan and North Korea will kick off at 3:00 pm, while Nigeria's crucial meeting with Brazil is scheduled for 6:30 pm Nigerian time.

The Flamingos will now have another opportunity to make history by defeating Brazil and securing a place in the final of the competition.

Confirmed Semi-Final Fixtures

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Japan vs North Korea – 3:00 pm

Brazil vs Nigeria – 6:30 pm