From Franz Beckenbauer, Chairman of the Organising Committee for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup:

The FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2010 in Germany is going to be a unique opportunity for many young women. Intensive emotions, unforgettable surroundings and brand new experiences will influence players' individual development both on and off the pitch, as well as proving an important step on the road to further success in the future.

An U-20 World Cup is the perfect advertisement for football's unifying powers, not to mention the highly-motivated young women who will be hoping to show the very best of their skills out on the pitch. The attractive style of play so typical of U-20 women's footballers is characterised by a tireless desire to attack, meaning fans can expect plenty of thrilling, high-scoring matches next summer.

The previous FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Chile in 2008 showed just how much U-20 women's football has improved in recent years. The atmosphere in the stadiums was also remarkable, with an average of over 10,000 fans attending each match.

2010 will provide these talented young players with the opportunity to play in some incredible stadiums and maybe even stake their claims for a place in the senior squad for 2011. The tournament also serves as a dress rehearsal of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 a year later for the Organising Committee.

Finally, let's not forget the excitement that the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup can evoke within the community. The exciting, high-quality matches of 2010 and a talented young German team will no doubt boost enthusiasm among fans, with the euphoria peaking just in time for the main event in 2011. I personally cannot wait for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Germany to start!