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Portugal loses to current champions in opening match at U-20 Women's World Cup

Maisfutebol7 September 2026 at 16:37

Portugal suffered a 2-0 defeat in their opening match at the Under-20 Women's World Cup, losing to the current champions of the tournament. The match marked the Portuguese national team's entry into the international competition.

The nipónica Kang Ryu Mi was the standout player of the encounter, scoring the two goals that sealed the victory of the reigning champions. Her brace was decisive for the final result of the match.

With this negative result, Portugal begins its campaign at the Under-20 Women's World Cup with a defeat. The Portuguese team will need to recover points in the upcoming matches to advance in the competition.

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