New Caledonia set for historic U-20 Women’s World Cup debut against China

Published on: 07 September 2026

New Caledonia will begin their historic FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign against China on Monday, with the Cagoues having confirmed the side selected to start their opening Group F fixture.

The match represents the first day of the competition for the New Caledonian team, who are aiming to make a successful entrance on the world stage. Their official starting line-up was announced only a few minutes before kick-off.

The players chosen to begin the encounter are:

- Aben Elisabeth - Hmae Leana - Ngazo Valerie - Wenessia Shirley - Gondou Kheimera - Waheo Cecilia - Honakoko Julia - Kourevi Cina - Buama Emmanuelle - Angexetine Joyce - Michel Deyanera

The selection gives New Caledonia their confirmed team for a landmark meeting with China in Group F. The Cagoues will now look to turn the significance of their first appearance in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup into a positive result.

With the starting eleven revealed shortly before the match, the focus moves to the players’ performance against China. Their opening fixture provides the first opportunity for New Caledonia to establish themselves in the tournament and make an impression in their historic campaign.

The team’s participation marks an important moment for New Caledonian women’s football. Monday’s game is their first match of the competition, and the selected players will carry the responsibility of representing the Cagoues in their opening world championship fixture.

New Caledonia’s official line-up is therefore confirmed for the Group F contest, with Aben Elisabeth, Hmae Leana, Ngazo Valerie, Wenessia Shirley, Gondou Kheimera, Waheo Cecilia, Honakoko Julia, Kourevi Cina, Buama Emmanuelle, Angexetine Joyce and Michel Deyanera named to start.

The Cagoues’ attention is now firmly on China as they begin their long-awaited tournament adventure. Monday’s opening game will set the tone for their involvement in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup and provide the first competitive test of their historic campaign.

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