<p>The Liverpool FC Women attacker’s place in her country’s selection to compete at the tournament in Poland was confirmed this morning.</p><p>Japan are in Group D and will face New Zealand (September 6), USA (September 9) and Italy (September 12).</p>

Mao Itamura joined Liverpool FC Women in July 2026. The Japan U20 international attacking midfielder signed for the Reds from Feyenoord.

Mao Itamura

Liverpool FC Women attacker Mao Itamura has been called up to the Japan squad for the forthcoming FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup.

Mao Itamura selected by Japan for U20 Women's World Cup

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