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Qatar Tribune
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
A proud moment for Irish football: Ireland U-17 coach O'Brien looks forward to making history in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha Republic of Ireland is set to make its debut at the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025, which Qatar will host from November 3 – 27 of this year. The tournament will be the first FIFA World Cup to feature 48 teams, and one of five consecutive editions that Qatar will host on annual basis through to 2029. For Ireland U-17 Head Coach Colin O'Brien, all eyes at home will be on the young Irish players during the tournament as the team prepares to make a memorable debut: 'This is a proud moment for us. A lot of young fans are going to be watching the matches and following the team closely. 'We hope this tournament will inspire younger players and encourage them to be a part of our football legacy.' The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 will be hosted at the state-of-the-art Aspire Zone complex. The expansive facility has produced some of the world's elite athletes and a number of Qatar's football stars. This is the second time that O'Brien will be leading a cohort of young players in the iconic venue. Almost a decade ago, the Irish manager led an under-15 team in a series of matches played at the Aspire Zone. 'As a football coach, it's always a privilege to play in Qatar. I am impressed with the high standards that the facilities continue to maintain. 'The quality of pitches and training grounds are top-notch. These are critical aspects for coaches and players to boost performance.' This time around, coach O'Brien will be guiding the under-17 stars in their first major FIFA tournament. The young Boys in Green will face Paraguay, Uzbekistan and Panama at the group stage. The squad includes Benfica player Jaden Umeh, who was instrumental in the Ireland U-17s qualifying for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2025. 'This is a huge opportunity for our young players. We are excited to play against confederations from across the world and to showcase home-grown talent at such a global scale.' As the Irish U-17 team prepare to make their first visit to Qatar, O'Brien looks forward to celebrating Qatar's vibrant culture and football spirit that captivated players and millions of fans during the FIFA World Cup 2022. 'This is the first time for the squad to play in Qatar. We are excited for them to experience the local culture. We will be engaging with teams and fans from across the world and hope to foster a memorable cultural exchange,' he said. The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 will take place from 3-27 November 2025. A total of 104 matches will be played across 25 days at the Aspire Zone, where fans will be treated to a festival-like atmosphere and can enjoy a robust fan zone. The first match will see hosts Qatar take on European giants Italy onNovember 3. The final match will be held at Khalifa International Stadium, which served as one of the venues for the historic FIFA World Cup 202. For the full match schedule, visit: For all tournament related information, follow @RoadtoQatar on all major social media platforms.
Qatar Tribune
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
SC and Tournament Security Force participate in FIFA Club World Cup 2025 knowledge sharing programme
Tribune News Network Doha A delegation from the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) and the Tournament Security Force are participating in a knowledge sharing programme at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, FIFA's new look global club tournament which is attracting worldwide attention and taking place across 12 venues in 11 US host cities. The programme spans 6 critical functional areas including Safety and Security, Venue Management, Media Operations, Event Experience, Mobility and Accreditation. SC staff and members of the Tournament Security Force have been deployed to a number of the tournament's key strategic venues, including Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles, Seattle's Lumen Field, and MetLife Stadium, just outside of New York City. Through these placements, SC staff and members of the Tournament Security Force are helping deliver critical services at some of the tournament's biggest matches, including the opening match in Miami, which took place on 14 June in front of 60,000 fans, PSG vs Atletico Madrid in front of 80,000 at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Los Angeles, and the Final, which will take place in New York on 13 July at the 90,000-capacity MetLife Stadium. As part the programme, participants have been sharing learnings and knowledge gained from Qatar hosting a number of mega sporting events, the highlight of which was the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – widely considered to be the best edition of the tournament in history. The programme provided participants with valuable insights and the opportunity to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and developments when it comes to technological innovation and fan experience. This comes in preparation for several football events Qatar is hosting later this year, including the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 and the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025. For all information related to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 and FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, follow @RoadtoQatar on all major social media platforms.
The Hindu
12-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
FIFA U-17 World Cup schedule: Full list of Qatar 2025 matches, dates, venues, timings, groups
The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 in Qatar, the first to feature 48 teams, will take place between November 3 to 27. 'The tournament will be hosted in its entirety in the world-class Aspire Academy, with the final match to be held at Khalifa International Stadium, one of our historic Qatar 2022 venues,' said Rashid Al Khater, Executive Director of Operations of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC). DRAW RESULTS - GROUPS Host Qatar has been drawn into Group A alongside Italy, South Africa, and Bolivia. The young Maroons will look to improve on Qatar's best performance in the tournament when it claimed fourth place in 1991. 'Having the under-17 World Cup hosted in Qatar for five consecutive years provides young players with a wonderful opportunity to compete against the best teams in the world. This type of competition will have a great impact on the development of young players and will once again positively reflect Qatar's ability to host mega sporting events,' said Alvaro Perez, head coach of the Qatar under-17 team. Drawn alongside Qatar is South Africa. For head coach Vela Khumalo, the tournament has the potential to have global impact. The Amajimbos will be making their second appearance at the U-17 World Cup after their debut in 2015. 'The tournament is important for the entire world. That is why we were so keen to qualify and participate in the competition hosted by Qatar. The World Cup provides us with a platform to interact with teams and players from all around the world, which will undoubtedly have a tremendous impact on the skills and abilities of our players,' said Khumalo. A total of 48 teams will play 104 matches over a period of 24 days. They have been divided into 12 groups. Group A: Qatar, Italy, South Africa, Bolivia Group B: Japan, Morocco, New Caledonia, Portugal Group C: Senegal, Croatia, Costa Rica, United Arab Emirates Group D: Argentina, Belgium, Tunisia, Fiji Group E: England, Venezuela, Haiti, Egypt Group F: Mexico, Korea, Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Switzerland Group G: Germany, Colombia, Korea DPR, El Salvador Group H: Brazil, Honduras, Indonesia, Zambia Group I: USA, Burkina Faso, Tajikistan, Czechia Group J: Paraguay, Uzbekistan, Panama, Republic of Ireland Group K: France, Chile, Canada, Uganda Group L: Mali, New Zealand, Austria, Saudi Arabia The first match will see host Qatar take on European giant Italy on November 3. Read and download the full schedule here: FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 Related Topics FIFA U-17 World Cup
Qatar Living
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Living
Qatar set to host First-Ever FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025!
The FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 is set to make history this November as the first-ever edition to feature 48 teams, expanding the global stage for young football stars of tomorrow. Held from November 3 to 27, the draw revealed 12 groups and matchups that will be played across world-class venues like the Aspire Zone and Khalifa International Stadium, where the Final will take place. FIFA President Gianni Infantino applauded Qatar's role in nurturing global talent: 'The presence of five newcomers in this draw represents FIFA's mission — to give everyone a chance to shine on the world stage.' The draw was led by FIFA's Roberto Grassi, with assistance from Julian Draxler, Germany's 2014 World Cup winner, and Abdulaziz Al Sulaiti, who represented Qatar at the 2005 U-17 World Cup. Fans will see exciting group clashes, including Brazil vs. Indonesia, England vs. Egypt, and Qatar vs. Italy. With five consecutive editions of the tournament to be hosted by Qatar through 2029, this year's U-17 World Cup marks the beginning of a new era in youth football. Results of the draw for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by FIFA World Cup (@fifaworldcup) Fans eager to attend can now register for tickets online.
Daily Tribune
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Qatar Set for Star-Studded Draw
TDT | Manama Doha will play host to a glittering double draw ceremony this Sunday as the final fixtures for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 and the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 are unveiled. The event, set to take place at the Raffles Hotel on May 25, marks a major milestone in Qatar's preparations to host two major tournaments later this year. Organised by the Local Organising Committee, the draw will feature football legends from Qatar, the Arab world, and beyond. Sixteen Arab nations will take part in the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, which is scheduled from 1 to 18 December in Doha. Nine teams — including hosts Qatar and defending champions Algeria — have already qualified via FIFA rankings. The final seven places will be decided in November play-offs. The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 will be the first youth tournament of its kind to feature 48 teams, with 104 matches scheduled across 25 days. The competition kicks off a bold new era for youth football, with Qatar set to host five consecutive editions through to 2029.
