Doha:Spain emerged victorious in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup by overcoming North Korea with a 4-3 win in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in the final held in Poland on Saturday.
According to Qatar News Agency, this victory marks Spain's second title in the history of the competition, following their first win in 2022. North Korea, the defending champions from 2024, aimed to retain their title and enhance their record in FIFA women's youth competitions, but Spain thwarted their ambitions.
Spain's triumph places them second in the all-time U-20 Women's World Cup winners list, with two titles, behind the United States, Germany, and North Korea, each holding three titles. Spain's journey to the final was impressive, beginning with a 2-0 win over Nigeria, a commanding 11-0 victory against New Caledonia, and a 3-1 triumph over China in the group stage.
In the knockout rounds, Spain defeated Portugal 2-0 in the Round of 16, edged past Brazil with a 1-0 victory in the quarter-finals, and secured a 2-0 win over Italy in the semi-finals. Their resilient performance in the final culminated in a tense penalty shootout, securing their second world title.