The first part of the 2026 FIFA U‑20 Women’s World Cup quarter‑finals was concluded on Saturday, 19 September 2026, with Italy and Spain securing their places in the semi‑finals.
Italy defeated South Korea 3–1, with Appiah scoring twice and Fadda adding a late goal. This result sends Italy into their first-ever semi‑final at this level.
Spain edged Brazil 1–0, thanks to a 27th‑minute strike from Pau Comendador, sealing their progression into the last four.
Quarter‑Finals Continue on Sunday, 20 September 2026
Two matches remain:
- Nigeria vs Colombia — 2pm GMT, Poland
- North Korea vs Canada
As the Falconets prepare for their clash with Colombia, here are the numbers behind Nigeria’s impressive run so far.
Team Stats
- 586 offers to receive
- 257 line breaks completed from 441 attempted
- 604 pressing actions
- 147 forced turnovers
- 228 final‑third entries received
- 81 down the left
- 59 down the right
Individual Leaders
- Jumai Adebayo — 197 passes, 100 attempted line breaks, 57 completed
- Queen Joseph — 109 sprints
- Janet Akekoromowei — 20 attempts at goal, 51 receptions between midfield and defensive lines
- Kafayat Mafisere — 119 offers to receive, 118 pressing actions
- Tumininu Adeshina — 30 crosses
- Tosin Rafiu — 37.70 km covered (most in squad)
Nigeria enter Sunday’s quarter‑final with superior attacking metrics, high pressing intensity and multiple standout performers. With Italy and Spain already through, the Falconets now aim to join them in the last four.
