U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Prepares for International Matches in Spain

The U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team (U-20 WNT) is set to embark on a training camp and compete in two international matches in San Pedro del Pinatar, Spain, from November 24 to December 2, 2025. Under the leadership of new head coach Vicky Jepson, the team will face the England U-20 WNT on November 29 and the China PR U-20 WNT on December 2 at Pinatar Arena. This camp marks Jepson's first opportunity to lead the team in international competition.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

The roster for this training camp includes 20 players, with a notable mix of experience and youth. Eight players were born in 2006, while twelve were born in 2007, aligning with the age eligibility for the upcoming 2026 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland. The roster features six players from the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), one player on loan, three from the USL Super League, seven college players, and two youth club players.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

Key players include:

Combination U.S. Under-19 and U.S. U-18 Women’s National Team Comes Together in West Palm Beach, Fla. for 24-Player Training Camp

• Zoe Matthews (Houston Dash), currently playing in Spain with Dux Logrones.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

• Sealey Strawn (Dallas Trinity FC), a University of North Carolina commit and the 2024/25 USL Super League Young Player of the Year.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

• Ashlyn Puerta (Sporting Club Jacksonville), who has scored nine goals in ten games this season.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

Four NWSL players—Katie Scott, Mary Long, Ainsley McCammon, and Kennedy Fuller—competed in the 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, while Alex Pfeiffer was unable to participate due to injury.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

The U.S. U-20 WNT has already qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, which will take place from September 5-27, 2026, featuring 24 nations. This qualification was achieved during the 2025 Concacaf Women’s U-20 Championship held in June.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches

While the U.S. U-20 WNT's preparations are underway, some critics argue that the focus on youth development should also include more opportunities for players from diverse backgrounds and regions, emphasizing the need for inclusivity in national team selections.

Combination U.S. Under-19 and U.S. U-18 Women’s National Team Comes Together in West Palm Beach, Fla. for 24-Player Training Camp

U.S. Soccer has expressed confidence in the new coaching staff and the potential of the young players. The organization highlighted the importance of these matches as a critical step in preparing for the World Cup.

Combination U.S. Under-19 and U.S. U-18 Women’s National Team Comes Together in West Palm Beach, Fla. for 24-Player Training Camp

Following the matches in Spain, the U.S. U-20 WNT will continue its preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, focusing on player development and team cohesion in the lead-up to the tournament.

U.S. Under-20 Women’s National Team Will Travel to Spain for Two Matches