The draw for the FIFA U-17
World Cup Qatar 2025, set to take place from November 3 to 27, has placed the
UAE in Group C, alongside Senegal, Croatia, and Costa Rica. The tournament
promises thrilling matchups as teams from around the globe compete in the
newly expanded format.
The Draw Ceremony
The draw was held in Doha
on Sunday, May 25, with the assistance of Julian Draxler, a 2014 FIFA World
Cup™ winner with Germany, and Abdulaziz Al Sulaiti, a former Qatar U-17 player.
For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 nations, divided into 12 groups
of four teams.
Exciting Match-Ups
The draw has set the stage
for several captivating contests, including:
- Belgium vs. Argentina: A clash of footballing
giants.
- Qatar vs. Italy: Hosts Qatar face a tough
challenge against the European powerhouse.
- Germany vs. Colombia: Defending champions Germany
take on a strong Colombian side.
Group Distribution
Here’s how the 12 groups
are distributed:
- Group A: Qatar, Italy, South Africa, Bolivia
- Group B: Japan, Morocco, New Caledonia, Portugal
- Group C: UAE, Senegal, Croatia, Costa Rica
- Group D: Argentina, Belgium, Tunisia, Fiji
- Group E: England, Venezuela, Haiti, Egypt
- Group F: Mexico, South Korea, Ivory Coast,
Switzerland
- Group G: Germany, Colombia, North Korea, El
Salvador
- Group H: Brazil, Honduras, Indonesia, Zambia
- Group I: USA, Burkina Faso, Tajikistan, Czech
Republic
- Group J: Paraguay, Uzbekistan, Panama, Ireland
- Group K: France, Chile, Canada, Uganda
- Group L: Mali, New Zealand, Austria, Saudi Arabia
UAE’s Challenge in Group C
The UAE faces a challenging
group with strong opponents:
- Senegal: Known for their physicality and pace.
- Croatia: A technically gifted team with a history
of producing top talent.
- Costa Rica: A resilient side with a knack for
surprising stronger teams.
The UAE will need to bring
their best game to advance in this competitive group.
Tournament Expansion
The expansion to 48 teams
marks a significant milestone for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, providing more
nations the opportunity to showcase their young talent on the global stage.
This format is expected to increase the level of competition and excitement
throughout the tournament.
Conclusion
With the draw complete,
anticipation builds for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025. Fans worldwide
eagerly await the action-packed matches and the emergence of future football
stars. The UAE’s journey in Group C will be closely watched as they aim to make
their mark in this prestigious tournament.
