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Qatar Living
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Living
Qatar set to host First-Ever FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025!
The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 is set to make history this November as the first-ever edition to feature 48 teams, expanding the global stage for young football stars of tomorrow. Held from November 3 to 27, the draw revealed 12 groups and matchups that will be played across world-class venues like the Aspire Zone and Khalifa International Stadium, where the Final will take place. FIFA President Gianni Infantino applauded Qatar's role in nurturing global talent: 'The presence of five newcomers in this draw represents FIFA's mission — to give everyone a chance to shine on the world stage.' The draw was led by FIFA's Roberto Grassi, with assistance from Julian Draxler, Germany's 2014 World Cup winner, and Abdulaziz Al Sulaiti, who represented Qatar at the 2005 U-17 World Cup. Fans will see exciting group clashes, including Brazil vs. Indonesia, England vs. Egypt, and Qatar vs. Italy. With five consecutive editions of the tournament to be hosted by Qatar through 2029, this year's U-17 World Cup marks the beginning of a new era in youth football. Results of the draw for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by FIFA World Cup (@fifaworldcup) Fans eager to attend can now register for tickets online.
Daily Tribune
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Qatar Set for Star-Studded Draw
TDT | Manama Doha will play host to a glittering double draw ceremony this Sunday as the final fixtures for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 and the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 are unveiled. The event, set to take place at the Raffles Hotel on May 25, marks a major milestone in Qatar's preparations to host two major tournaments later this year. Organised by the Local Organising Committee, the draw will feature football legends from Qatar, the Arab world, and beyond. Sixteen Arab nations will take part in the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, which is scheduled from 1 to 18 December in Doha. Nine teams — including hosts Qatar and defending champions Algeria — have already qualified via FIFA rankings. The final seven places will be decided in November play-offs. The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 will be the first youth tournament of its kind to feature 48 teams, with 104 matches scheduled across 25 days. The competition kicks off a bold new era for youth football, with Qatar set to host five consecutive editions through to 2029.
Ya Biladi
30-03-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
U-17 AFCON : How to watch Morocco vs. Angola live this Sunday evening
The TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, will be broadcast across Africa and beyond, giving fans a chance to watch the next generation of football talent in action. The tournament kicks off this Sunday, March 30, with the opening match between Morocco and Uganda at 10:00 PM (local time/GMT) and runs until the final on April 19. Sixteen teams will compete not only for the continental title but also for one of 10 qualifying spots at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar later this year. The matches will be broadcast live on: • SNRT (Arryadia TV) – Morocco • CANAL+ • beIN Sports • IMG (global broadcast) The games will also be available for streaming on the CAF YouTube channel and on FIFA+. On Monday, Tanzania will face Zambia at 2:00 PM, followed by a Group B clash between Burkina Faso and Cameroon at 5:00 PM at Larbi Zaouli Stadium. Later, at 8:00 PM, South Africa will take on Egypt in a highly anticipated north-south showdown. Groups C and D will make their debut on April 1, with defending champions Senegal facing Gambia at 2:00 PM at El Abdi Stadium. At 5:00 PM, Somalia will go up against Tunisia, while Mali will take on Angola. The day's action will conclude with Côte d'Ivoire facing the Central African Republic at 8:00 PM. Beyond the continental title, this tournament will also serve as a qualifier for the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 in Qatar, with ten African teams earning a spot, including two through playoffs. Here are the group details: • GROUP A: Morocco (host country), Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia • GROUP B: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, South Africa, Egypt • GROUP C: Senegal, Gambia, Somalia, Tunisia
