Portugal Women's Under-19 National Team Competitive Record
The Portugal Women's Under-19 national team represents the rising talent of Portuguese football on the international stage. Competing in high-stakes tournaments, the team serves as a critical pipeline for developing elite players who eventually transition to the senior national squad.
While the team has faced challenges in qualification over the last two decades, recent performances indicate a significant upward trajectory in their competitive standing within Europe and globally.
Key Facts
- Two-time semi-finalists in the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship (2012 and 2025).
- Qualified for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup for the first time in 2026.
- Secured their first World Cup berth by ranking among the five best teams at Euro 2025.
- Maintained a total record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses across their UEFA Championship appearances.
UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship Performance
The UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship is the premier continental competition for youth players under the age of 19. Portugal's journey in this tournament has been marked by two standout campaigns.
The team first made a significant impact in 2012, where they successfully reached the semi-finals. After a period of non-qualification between 2013 and 2024, Portugal returned to form in 2025, once again securing a place in the semi-finals. During the 2025 tournament, the team showed increased offensive potency, scoring 9 goals across 4 matches.
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UEFA Championship Statistical Summary
Across their two qualifying campaigns, Portugal has played a total of 8 matches, recording 10 goals for and 9 goals against.
| Year | Result | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Semi-finals | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 | Semi-finals | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Total | Semi-finals (2x) | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 9 |
FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Milestone
The FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup is the highest global honor for youth women's football. For many years, Portugal struggled to break through the qualification barriers, failing to qualify in every tournament from 2002 through 2024.
This drought ended in 2026. By performing strongly at the 2025 UEFA Championship and finishing as one of the five best teams, Portugal earned their historic first-ever qualification for the World Cup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many times has Portugal reached the UEFA U19 semi-finals?
Portugal has reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship twice, in 2012 and 2025.
When did Portugal first qualify for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup?
Portugal qualified for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup for the first time in 2026.
How did Portugal qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
They qualified by finishing as one of the five best teams during the Euro 2025 tournament.
What is Portugal's overall win-loss record in the UEFA U19 Championships?
In their UEFA U19 Championship appearances, Portugal has recorded 3 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses.
Did Portugal qualify for any UEFA U19 tournaments between 2013 and 2024?
No, the team did not qualify for the UEFA Women's Under-19 Championship during the period from 2013 to 2024.