2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup Kicks Off in Qatar

Doha, Qatar – The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup has officially begun, putting the spotlight on young football talent from around the world. The tournament kicked off on November 3, 2025, and will run until November 27, 2025, featuring an expanded field of 48 teams.

Matches are being held at the Aspire Zone in Doha, and fans can stream games on platforms including FOXSports.com, the FOX Sports app, Peacock, and Telemundo. Select matches will be available on FS2 and FOX Soccer Plus.

The group stage matches started with a series of exciting fixtures, paving the way for knockout rounds that will determine which teams advance. Notably, El Salvador U17 faces Colombia U17 on November 7 at 7:30 a.m. ET, after both teams sought crucial points after a rocky start.

Colombia has high stakes after a drawn match against Germany in their first game, while El Salvador must recover from a loss to North Korea. The result of their upcoming clash is essential for both teams to keep their hopes alive.

The 2025 U-17 World Cup showcases future stars of football, with participating nations divided into 12 groups. Each group includes teams from various backgrounds, including traditional powerhouses like Brazil, who aim for their fifth U-17 World Cup title, and other motivated teams like Portugal and France.

In addition to the competitive spirit, this year is unique as it marks the first U-17 World Cup held in the 48-team format. Ticket sales are underway, with options ranging from day passes to dedicated tickets for specific matches, including the final.

The tournament represents a significant opportunity for young athletes to shine and for fans to get a glimpse of the future of football.