Qatar ready to stage ‘exceptional’ U-17 World Cup

Doha: With every detail in place, Qatar stands ready to deliver an outstanding FIFA U 17 World Cup ensuring a festive experience for fans, senior offi...

Doha: With every detail in place, Qatar stands ready to deliver an outstanding FIFA U-17 World Cup ensuring a festive experience for fans, senior officials from the Local Organising Committee (LOC) said yesterday.

Doha will host 48 of the world’s finest youth teams from November 3 to 27, marking the first FIFA U-17 World Cup since the tournament’s expansion.

The extensive tournament will comprise 104 matches at the Competition Complex pitches within Aspire Zone, where up to eight fixtures will be held each day. The final will take place on November 27 at the iconic Khalifa International Stadium. Teams have started arriving, adding to the growing sense of excitement as the historic event draws near.

Addressing a press conference, officials from the Local Organising Committee expressed confidence in delivering another spectacular football tournament.

“We are fully prepared to host the U-17 World Cup, which will be the biggest edition yet with 48 teams competing. We have all the facilities ready,” said Venue Management Senior Manager Eng. Jassim Al-Obaidly during a media briefing at Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel, located near the Competition Complex.