Canada’s head coach Cindy Tye has revealed the squad that will compete in the upcoming under-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. The team consists of 21 players, including three goalkeepers, five defenders, eight midfielders, and five forwards. The tournament is scheduled to take place from September 5 to September 27.
Additionally, six alternate players will accompany the team to Poland to assist with preparations before the World Cup commences. The players, coaching staff, and support personnel will assemble in Lublin, Poland, on August 23, and later relocate to their tournament base camp in Bielsko-Biala on August 30. A closed-door match against Spain is scheduled for August 31.
Canada, among the 24 participating nations, is placed in Group B and will kick off their campaign against England on September 5. Subsequently, they will face Brazil on September 8 and conclude the group stage against Tanzania on September 11. The Canadian team secured their spot in the U-20 World Cup following their victory at the 2025 CONCACAF Women’s U-20 Championship, marking their third regional title win.
Coach Tye expressed the team’s readiness for the challenge ahead, emphasizing the need for confidence and determination in facing top-tier opponents. The full roster includes players from various universities and clubs across the country, with a mix of experienced and emerging talent in the squad.