13-05-2025
FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 — Qatar unveils new emblem for inaugural 48-team tournament
The FIFA U-17 World Cup, which has previously been a launchpad for icons like Ronaldinho, Xavi, Luis Figo and Neymar, had the official emblem of its 2025 edition unveiled on Monday.
The tournament, which started in 1985 as a 16-team tournament, has been expanded to 48 teams in 2025, and will take place in Qatar — a country that has previously hosted the senior men's World Cup in 2022 and the AFC Asian Cup last year.
The U-17 World Cup, which was played as a biennial tournament (except during the pandemic that forced it to happen after four years), will now be played annually, and Qatar will host the next five editions of the tournament, from 2025 to 2029.
The previous edition of the World Cup saw youngsters like Paris Brunner (right) and Agustín Ruberto (not in picture) take centre-stage, with Germany beating France 4-3 on penalties to win the title. | Photo Credit: AP
'The FIFA U-17 World Cup has proven to be an important stepping stone for the next generation of the world's best young footballers, who display exceptional skill and dedication,' Mattias Grafström, FIFA's Secretary General, said.
'The tournament's new official emblem emphasises the team spirit, youthful audacity, remarkable strength, and optimism which will be on full display in November 2025.
'The well-proven ability of Qatar as a host of FIFA events, merged with the country's exceptional infrastructure and warm hospitality, will provide the perfect stage for this historic competition.'
New emblem used negative space as spotlight
The new emblem incorporates the coveted trophy as negative space within the 'U' of 'U-17', creating a bold silhouette that also represents a spotlight, which is the core symbol of the tournament's new identity.
The result is an engaging brand that respects the FIFA U-17 World Cup's heritage, while looking ahead to the future of the game, as FIFA and the host nation join forces to illuminate emerging players, who are firmly at the heart of the story.
The warm, overlapping layers of colour radiate outwards, representing football's worldwide reach, inclusivity and dynamism, highlighting the discovery and growth of young talent.
🌟 A fresh new emblem for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ has been unveiled!
The first-ever 48-team edition kicks off this November in Qatar. ⚽🌍@RoadtoQatar | @RoadtoQatar_en — FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) May 12, 2025
'Since the start of this decade, Qatar has delivered world-class football events on the regional, continental and global levels.
'Turning our attention to youth tournaments was the natural next step, stemming from our long-term investment in youth development in sport,' said Qatar's Minister of Sports and Youth and Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani.
Spots secured!
A warm welcome to the U-17 qualified teams making their way to Qatar! 🇶🇦🎉 — The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (@RoadtoQatar_en) April 12, 2025
The previous edition of the World Cup saw youngsters like Paris Brunner and Agustín Ruberto take centre-stage, with Germany beating France 4-3 on penalties to win the title.
For the 2025 edition, 48 teams have already qualified, with the draw set to take place in Doha on May 25.
