FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 Local Organising Committee announces Qatar’s readiness to host historic youth tournament

Doha: The FIFA U 17 World Cup Qatar 2025Local Organising Committee (LOC) has reaffirmed Qatar s readiness to host the historic youth tournament, takin...

Doha: The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 Local Organising Committee (LOC) has reaffirmed Qatar's readiness to host the historic youth tournament, taking place 3-27 November 2025.

During a press conference held today, LOC officials unveiled key tournament details, operational preparations and comprehensive measures to deliver an exceptional experience for the 48 participating teams and fans expected to attend the event.

The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 is the first tournament of its kind to feature 48 teams, with as many as eight matches a day, for a total of 104 matches. The tournament will be contested across eight pitches at the state-of-the-art Competition Complex in Aspire Zone, with the Final set to take place at Khalifa International Stadium.

Organisers announced that the tournament has already attracted wide international attention, with over 500 media organisations from 65 nations confirmed to cover the event.

In addition, a dedicated Fan Zone will feature football competitions, e-gaming zones, live entertainment and cultural performances that reflect Qatari heritage and the diversity of the participating teams, creating a festive atmosphere on match days.