Rita Melo: «We are eager for the U-20 World Cup to begin»
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Rita Melo: «We are eager for the U-20 World Cup to begin»

Record4 September 2026 at 22:38

Coach Rita Melo expressed her eagerness for the start of the Under-20 World Championship, which will be held in Poland. The national team players have already begun their preparation work in the host country.

The Portuguese team conducted their first training session on Polish soil, marking the start of the preparation phase for the international competition. This training marks the concrete start of the Portuguese team's mission at the World Cup.

Rita Melo spoke directly to the media, conveying the players' expectation and enthusiasm for the upcoming tournament. The coach's words reflect the team's state of mind at this moment.

The Women's U-20 World Cup is the main international competition for this age group, bringing together teams from all over the world. Poland is hosting the tournament, providing the Portuguese team with a specific preparation setting for the event.

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