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According to a report by Daily Post on Thursday October 29, 2026, all eight countries that have qualified for the quarter-final stage of the ongoing 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco have been confirmed.
The qualification was completed following the conclusion of the Round of 16 matches on Thursday.
Nigeria's Flamingos secured their place in the last eight after defeating Mexico 2-1 in an exciting encounter.
The victory means the Nigerian team will continue their campaign as they pursue a place in the semi-finals.
Meanwhile, China progressed after eliminating France in a penalty shoot-out following a goalless draw, while Japan defeated Kenya to book their place in the next round.
The United States also secured qualification after knocking Spain out of the competition.
Ghana, Brazil, Venezuela and North Korea are the other countries that have progressed to the quarter-final stage.
The eight teams that have qualified are Nigeria, Ghana, Brazil, Venezuela, North Korea, China, Japan and the United States.
The quarter-final stage will feature some exciting encounters as the remaining teams battle for places in the semi-finals.
Nigeria will be hoping to continue their impressive run after overcoming Mexico, with the Flamingos determined to keep their hopes of lifting the trophy alive.