Honduras and Venezuela U-17 teams begin World Cup preparations

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The Honduras and Venezuela U-17 national football teams have initiated specialized training programs to prepare for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Honduras, led by coach Merling Paz, is currently on a training tour in Spain from October 12 to October 22. The team is based in Los Ángeles de San Rafael and will utilize facilities at Atlético de Madrid. Their itinerary includes friendly matches against the youth categories of Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid to gain international experience and improve tactical coordination.

Venezuela's U-17 squad, coached by Fernando Aristeguieta, is following a three-phase preparation plan. Following a training module in Margarita from October 15 to October 23, the team will travel to the United Arab Emirates to participate in the Dubai Youth Challenge. The final phase involves traveling to Doha to acclimate to the tournament environment ahead of their group stage matches against Romania, Mexico, and Cameroon.