TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The teams for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025 have been determined following the official draw on the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.
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The 16 groups, divided into 4 teams, won’t solely be bidding for the coveted trophy but in addition for the eight spots on the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 – the primary version of the newly expanded 48-team robust annual match.
Host Saudi Arabia, searching for a 3rd title, will face Uzbekistan, Thailand and China in Group A with the highest two sides to advancing to the quarter-finals.
Group B will see defending champion Japan being challenged by Australia, Vietnam and United Arab Emirates whereas Korea Republic will sq. off in opposition to Yemen, Afghanistan and Indonesia in Group C.
Top seeds Iran can count on stiff resistance from Tajikistan, Oman and DPR Korea in Group D.
The AFC U-17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025 might be held on April 3-20.