The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 in Qatar is set to be a historic event, ushering in a brand new format for the tournament!
Dates and Host: The tournament runs from November 3 to November 27, 2025, hosted entirely in Qatar, marking the first of five consecutive annual editions the country will stage.
Expanded Format: This is the first edition to feature 48 teams (up from 24), leading to a massive 104 matches.
Venue: Most matches will take place across eight pitches in the Aspire Zone complex in Al Rayyan, with the final held at the iconic Khalifa International Stadium.
Tournament Structure: The 48 teams are divided into 12 groups of four. The top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, will advance to a Round of 32 knockout stage.
Teams to Watch: Defending champions Germany will look to retain their title. Perennial powerhouses like Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, France, and England are expected to compete fiercely. African teams like Senegal and Mali always bring formidable talent, while host nation Qatar will aim to use home advantage to make a deep run.
Quick Preview of First Round Matches
The group stage kicks off with a flurry of games, featuring multiple matches per day across the 12 groups.
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Group A includes hosts Qatar alongside Italy, South Africa, and Bolivia.
Group B pits Japan and Morocco against European side Portugal and newcomers New Caledonia.
Group C sees Senegal and Croatia face off against Costa Rica and the United Arab Emirates.
Group D is comprised of South American giant Argentina, Belgium, Tunisia, and debutants Fiji.
Group E features European powerhouse England, Venezuela, Haiti, and Egypt.
Group F brings together two-time champions Mexico, South Korea, Ivory Coast, and Switzerland.
Group G contains the defending champions Germany, Colombia, North Korea, and new entrants El Salvador.
Group H is anchored by four-time champions Brazil, along with Honduras, co-hosts of the 2023 edition Indonesia, and first-time qualifiers Zambia.
Group I consists of the USA, Burkina Faso, Tajikistan, and Czechia.
Group J features Paraguay, Uzbekistan, Panama, and debutants Ireland.
Group K is home to former champions France, Chile, Canada, and another debut team, Uganda.
Finally, Group L completes the tournament with Mali, New Zealand, Austria, and Saudi Arabia.
⚽ Day 1: Monday, November 3, 2025 (The Kick-Off)GroupKey Match-upNotesAQatar vs. ItalyThe Host Nation, Qatar, plays their highly anticipated tournament opener against European powerhouse Italy.DArgentina vs. BelgiumA major opening day clash between two strong sides: South American giant Argentina faces European contender Belgium in a heavyweight encounter.BJapan vs. MoroccoA fascinating match between the Asian champions (Japan) and one of Africa's most successful teams (Morocco).CSenegal vs. CroatiaAfrican side Senegal, known for their athleticism, take on European opposition in Croatia.A/CSouth Africa vs. Bolivia & Costa Rica vs. UAEThese two matches officially open the tournament, featuring African and CONCACAF teams alongside a South American and an Asian team.
⚽ Day 2: Tuesday, November 4, 2025GroupKey Match-upNotesGGermany vs. ColombiaThe reigning U-17 World Cup champions, Germany, begin their title defense against a formidable Colombian side.HBrazil vs. HondurasFour-time U-17 World Cup winners Brazil start their campaign against CONCACAF's Honduras.EEngland vs. Venezuela2017 champions England begin their journey with a testing match against Venezuela.FMexico vs. Korea RepublicTwo-time winners Mexico face Asian side Korea Republic in a clash of continental rivals.H/EIndonesia vs. Zambia & Haiti vs. EgyptGroup H features Asian side Indonesia and debutants Zambia, while Group E sees Haiti take on North African team Egypt.
⚽ Day 3: Wednesday, November 5, 2025GroupKey Match-upNotesKFrance vs. ChileEuropean giants and 2023 runners-up France kick off their campaign against South American side Chile.IUSA vs. Burkina FasoThe highly experienced USA team begins its quest against Burkina Faso, who were African bronze medalists in 2001.LMali vs. New ZealandAfrican powerhouse Mali, a former runner-up, faces off against OFC representative New Zealand.JParaguay vs. UzbekistanA clash between South American and Asian qualifiers, both aiming for a strong start to secure progression.
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