FIFA U-17 World Cup
The FIFA U-17 World Cup is a prestigious international football tournament organized by FIFA for players under the age of 17. The tournament was first introduced in 1985 and has since become a platform for young talent to showcase their skills on the biggest stage.
History of the FIFA U-17 World Cup
The inaugural edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup took place in China in 1985, with Mexico emerging as the first champions. Since then, the tournament has been held every two years, with a total of 16 teams participating in each edition. The tournament has undergone several changes over the years, including an increase in participation from Asian and African teams.
| Year |
Host Country |
Champions |
| 1985 |
China |
Mexico |
| 1987 |
Canada |
Ireland |
| 1989 |
Saudi Arabia |
Brazil |
FIFA U17 World Cup Qualifiers
The FIFA U-17 World Cup has a rigorous qualification process, where teams from all over the world compete to secure a spot in the main tournament. The qualification process typically begins two years before the actual tournament and involves a series of matches played across different continents.
Qualification Process for Asian Teams
Asian teams have a unique qualification process that involves a group stage, followed by a knockout stage. The top three teams from each group qualify for the next round, while the fourth-placed team is eliminated. This process continues until the final four teams are determined.
- Group Stage: Teams are divided into groups of five and play each other in a home-and-away format.
- Knockout Stage: The top three teams from each group advance to the knockout stage, where they compete in a single-elimination format.
FIFA U17 World Cup Format
The FIFA U-17 World Cup has undergone several changes over the years, but the current format involves 24 teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout stage. The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage.
Group Stage
The group stage typically consists of six groups of four teams each. Teams play each other in a home-and-away format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stage.
The FIFA U-17 World Cup has been won by several countries over the years, including Brazil, Germany, and Nigeria.
U17 World Cup Prize Money
The FIFA U-17 World Cup offers a significant prize purse, with the winning team receiving $5 million. The runner-up receives $4 million, while the third-placed team receives $3 million.
| Position |
Prize Money (USD) |
| Winner |
$5,000,000 |
| Runner-up |
$4,000,000 |
| Third Place |
$3,000,000 |
FIFA Under 17 World Cup Schedule
The FIFA U-17 World Cup typically takes place every two years. The exact schedule is determined by FIFA and involves a series of matches played across different continents.
Schedule for the Upcoming Edition
The next edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup is scheduled to take place in India in [insert year]. The tournament will feature 24 teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout stage.
- Group Stage: June 19 - July 2, 2023
- Knockout Stage: July 5-14, 2023
FIFA U17 World Cup Venues
The FIFA U-17 World Cup is hosted by a different country every two years. The host country typically selects several venues to stage the tournament.
Venues for the Upcoming Edition in India
India has selected six venues to stage the upcoming edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup:
- ATK Stadium, Kolkata
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Kochi
- Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
- DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
- Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata
- Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati
FIFA U17 World Cup Teams
The FIFA U-17 World Cup features 24 teams from across the world. These teams are selected through a rigorous qualification process that involves several rounds of matches played across different continents.
Teams Participating in the Upcoming Edition
The following teams have qualified for the upcoming edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup:
- Argentina
- Australia
- Brazil
- Colombia
- DR Congo
- France
- Ghana
- Germany
- Iran
- Italy
- Japan
- Mexico
- Nigeria
- Panama
- Paraguay
- Portugal
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Spain
- Tunisia
- United States
- Uruguay
FIFA U17 World Cup Results
The FIFA U-17 World Cup has a long history of producing thrilling results and upsets. The tournament has been won by several countries over the years, including Brazil, Germany, and Nigeria.
Recent Editions
Here are some recent editions of the FIFA U-17 World Cup:
