Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team, the Black Maidens, have been drawn in Group C of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, where they will face Brazil, Canada and Norway in the group stage.

The draw comes after the Black Maidens secured qualification for the tournament by defeating Senegal on penalties in the final round of the African qualifiers last Saturday. The dramatic victory booked Ghana’s place at the global showpiece, which will be hosted by Morocco.

The Black Maidens will now prepare to take on three formidable opponents as they seek to progress beyond the group stage of the expanded tournament.

Brazil head into the competition as one of the favourites, while Canada and Norway are also expected to provide stiff competition in a highly competitive Group C.

Ghana’s qualification has been hailed as another significant achievement for the country’s youth women’s football programme, with the team hoping to make a strong impression on the world stage.

The 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco will bring together some of the world’s most talented young female footballers, with the Black Maidens aiming to challenge for a place in the knockout rounds.