The 2022 IHF Women's U20 Handball World Championship was the 23rd edition of the IHF Women's U20 Handball World Championship, held in Slovenia from 22 June to 3 July 2022 under the aegis of International Handball Federation (IHF). For the first time, the championship was organised by the Handball Federation of Slovenia. The number of teams increased from 24 to 32.
Norway won their second title after defeating Hungary in the final, while the Netherlands captured bronze after a win over Sweden.
Two nations entered bid for hosting the tournament:
North Macedonia later withdrew their bid. The tournament was awarded to Slovenia by the IHF Council in its meeting held in Cairo, Egypt on 28 February 2020.
Matches were played in Celje and Laà ¡ko.
The draw was held on 13 April 2022 in Celje, Slovenia.
All times are local (UTC+2).
Points obtained in the matches between the same teams from the preliminary round were carried over.
17th place bracket
21st place bracket
25th place bracket
29th place bracket
Points obtained in the matches between the same teams from the preliminary round were carried over.
Championship bracket
5âÂÂ8th place bracket
9âÂÂ12th place bracket
13âÂÂ16th place bracket
<small>Source: IHF</small>
<small>Source: IHF</small>
The all-star team was announced on 3 July 2022.