Preview - Group B: Australia v Vietnam

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

Preview - Group B: Australia v Vietnam

Taif: Australia will look to the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 for inspiration when they begin their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Group B campaign against Vietnam on Friday.

Their senior compatriots lifted the trophy in Shenzhen just under two months ago and for head coach Brad Maloney, that will also be their motivation at Saudi Arabia 2025.

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Preview – Group B: Japan v United Arab Emirates

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Preview – Group B: Japan v United Arab Emirates

Taif: Japan will aim to kick off their title defence with victory against United Arab Emirates when the sides meet in Group B of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia at the King Fahd Sports City Stadium on Friday.

Japan are the most successful team in the history of the competition with four triumphs (1994, 2006, 2018, 2023), and are the only team to have won consecutive titles.

Preview - Group C: Korea Republic v Indonesia

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

Preview - Group C: Korea Republic v Indonesia

Jeddah: Korea Republic and Indonesia will kick off Group C of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 on Friday, with the former looking to burnish their credentials and the latter aiming to claim their first title.

Korea Republic, champions in 1986 and 2002, finished runners-up to Japan at the AFC U17 Asian Cup Thailand 2023. The East Asians are making their 16th appearance after topping their qualifying group unbeaten. 

Preview - Group C: Yemen v Afghanistan

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Preview - Group C: Yemen v Afghanistan

Jeddah: Yemen and Afghanistan’s Group C clash in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 on Friday will see both teams looking to go one better than their finishes in previous editions.

Yemen were runners-up in 2002 and quarter-finalists in 2023. The West Asians, who topped their qualifying group with seven points, are competing for the fourth consecutive time.

Ajanovic’s parents propelling his Australian journey

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Ajanovic’s parents propelling his Australian journey

Taif: If there was a destined position for Jai Ajanovic in football, it had to be a goalkeeper with the teenage Australian custodian set to make his mark at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025.

Inspired by his parents, Ajanovic has never entertained thoughts of playing in another position although there was some form of change to how he plays the game since joining Central Coast Mariners in September last year.

Al Fawaz inspired by idol Noor as he aims for Continental glory

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Al Fawaz inspired by idol Noor as he aims for Continental glory

Taif: Growing up, Abdulaziz Al Fawaz admired legendary Saudi Arabia midfielder Mohammed Noor.

Now, as captain of Saudi Arabia, Al Fawaz carries that same ambition, leading his country into the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ 2025 with his sights set on continental glory and a ticket to the FIFA U17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

Wen bent on achieving big with China PR

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

Wen bent on achieving big with China PR

Taif: Wen Zhanlin has big ambitions as he prepares to launch his career with China PR at the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia.

Wen, who is hoping to feature when China PR open their Group B campaign against Saudi Arabia on Thursday, draws plenty of inspiration from his idol Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Thailand’s Danuphon driven to excel

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Thailand’s Danuphon driven to excel

Taif: Familial roots is the bedrock in which Thailand captain Danuphon Buppha intends to build his footballing career on.

Leading his team into the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025, Danuphon is well aware of his responsibility not only to the team but also to his family.

Preview - Group A: Saudi Arabia v China PR

Fri, 04 Apr, 2025

Preview - Group A: Saudi Arabia v China PR

Taif: Saudi Arabia will be looking to make full use of home ground advantage when they kick off their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Group A campaign against China PR on Thursday.

Champions in 1985 and 1988, Saudi Arabia have been starved of success in this tournament with only a quarter-final appearance in the 2023 edition with head coach Mario da Silva hoping their long-term preparations will bear fruit in this edition.

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Thailand

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Preview - Group A: Uzbekistan v Thailand

Taif: Uzbekistan and Thailand will kick off the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia when they face off in their opening Group A match at the Okaz Stadium on Thursday.

Both teams have pedigree as former champions, with Thailand winning it back in 1998 while Uzbekistan carved their name on the silverware in 2012.

Test your football knowledge and win in the #AFCU17 Saudi Arabia 2025 Fan Battle

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

Test your football knowledge and win in the #AFCU17 Saudi Arabia 2025 Fan Battle

Taif: The AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025™ swings into action on Thursday with some of the most promising youngsters from 16 nations to battle to decide the new champions of Asia come April 20.  

And fans of the beautiful game can showcase their footballing knowledge and compete among others during the tournament, thanks to the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025™ Fan Battle launched on the-AFC.com and the AFC LIVE app.  

Think you have what it takes to become the winner? Join the contest now, test your knowledge and claim the ultimate prize in the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2025™ Fan Battle.  

Saudi Arabia 2025: Players to watch

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Saudi Arabia 2025: Players to watch

Taif: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 kicks off on Thursday with 16 teams vying for the coveted title.

As the countdown to the kick-off gathers pace, the-AFC.com highlights a key player from each team. 

Saudi Arabia 2025 - Know Your Teams

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Saudi Arabia 2025 - Know Your Teams

Kuala Lumpur: The stage is set for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 with the 16 teams converging on the cities of Jeddah and Taif.

Ahead of the action kicking off on Thursday, the-AFC.com takes a deep look at the four groups with the teams not only chasing continental glory but also tickets to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Kuala Lumpur: Since its inception in 1985, the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ has been a true proving ground for tomorrow’s football stars.

The-AFC.com goes back in time to some of the most iconic and standout occasions in the tournament’s 40-year history.

#AFCU17 squads announced

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

#AFCU17 squads announced

Kuala Lumpur: The 16 contenders for the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 have named the 23-strong squads they hope will steer them to glory.

With just five days remaining until the 20th edition of AFC U17 Asian Cup kicks off, most teams have included the players who featured prominently in their respective qualifying campaigns.