Bangkok: Bangladesh has been drawn into Group A alongside host Thailand, China, and Vietnam for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026, following the official draw held in Bangkok today. The tournament is set to take place between April 1 and 18 next year and will feature 12 contenders split into three groups.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Thailand is hosting the tournament for a second time and will be competing in Group A with China PR, Vietnam, and debutants Bangladesh. Group B will feature reigning champions DPR Korea, who will face challenges from two-time winners Korea Republic, Uzbekistan, and Jordan.
Japan, who have claimed the competition title a record six times, will lead Group C, which also includes Australia, Chinese Taipei, and India. The format of the tournament will see the top two teams from each group, along with the two best second-placed sides, advancing to the quarter-finals.
The top four finishers at the finals will secure qualification for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026, with DPR Korea entering as the defending champions.