FIFA has officially announced the match schedule for the FIFA U-17 World Cup , which will be hosted by Qatar. This tournament marks the first in a series of five annual editions to be held in Doha until 2029, further cementing Qatar's position as a global capital of sport. The highly anticipated competition, featuring 48 teams for the first time in its history, will take place from November 19 to December 13, amidst great public anticipation.
This announcement reinforces the lasting legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, with the new tournament benefiting from world-class infrastructure and state-of-the-art stadiums. FIFA's decision to award Qatar the hosting rights for five consecutive years was not arbitrary; it is a testament to the country's exceptional organizational capabilities and its commitment to developing youth football. This consecutive hosting aims to provide a stable and ideal platform for nurturing the talents of future stars from around the world in a fully professional environment.
Tough matches in the FIFA U-17 World Cup schedule
The draw, held at FIFA headquarters in Zurich, resulted in balanced groups and some heavyweight clashes that promise plenty of excitement from day one. The Arab derby between hosts Qatar and Egypt in Group A stands out as one of the most anticipated matches, with the game scheduled for November 22nd expected to be played in an exceptionally passionate atmosphere. All eyes will also be on the strong encounter between Spain and Morocco in Group H on November 26th, a clash between two footballing giants. Group L promises to be no less exciting, featuring a clash between two continental champions when South American champions Colombia take on Asian champions Japan on November 21st.
World Cup stadiums that nurture the dreams of young talents
The tournament matches will be held at the renowned Aspire Zone complex, which will host eight matches daily during the group stage and the round of 32, guaranteeing a packed schedule of exciting football. According to the schedule, matches will kick off from Saturday to Wednesday at 3:30 PM Doha time, with the final match at 6:30 PM. On Thursday and Friday, matches will begin at 4:00 PM and conclude at 7:00 PM. The grand finale will take place on December 13 at Khalifa International Stadium, the iconic venue celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The stadium witnessed historic moments during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, adding a historic dimension to the crowning of the U-17 World Cup champions.
