
The final of the 2026 Montaigu Tournament saw China U16 Women's Team facing Japan U16 Women's Team. China U16 lost 0-4, finishing as runners-up in this tournament.

Previously, China recorded 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 4 goals and conceding 2. Japan won all 3 group matches, netting 6 goals and conceding only once.
In the 12th minute, Tong Suxin conceded a penalty. Yumi Hayashi converted the spot kick, giving Japan a 1-0 lead.
In the 28th minute, Fuki Ito took a shot. Chinese goalkeeper Yang Yuting failed to hold onto the ball, and Japan extended their lead to 2-0.
In the 68th minute, Chihiro Nakahara scored with a powerful shot from inside the box, making it 3-0 for Japan.
Towards the end of the match, Kyoko Uemoto scored from a tight angle to further extend the lead. In the end, China lost 0-4 to Japan and missed out on the championship.