# 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261023-2026-fifa-u-17-world-cup-preparations
> Updated: 2026-10-26T23:00:00.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 4.

Preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar are underway. Brazil has announced its 21-player roster for the tournament, which is scheduled to run from November 19 to December 13. The Brazilian squad, featuring players from various major clubs, is set to compete in Group I against Ireland, Costa Rica, and Tanzania.

Following an exclusive early sale for international Visa cardholders, ticket sales opened to the general public on October 26 via the official website, roadtoqatar.qa. The tournament will feature 48 national teams competing in 104 matches, with the final scheduled to take place at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. Most matches will be held at the Aspire Zone competition complex.

Ticketing remains 100% electronic. Options include a “One Day” ticket for 20 Qatari Riyals, which allows fans to attend up to eight matches per day at Aspire Zone, and a “Premium Ticket” priced at 35 Qatari Riyals for high-demand matches. Organizers have also emphasized accessibility, offering specific ticketing and parking options for fans with disabilities.

In Group A, Qatar has been drawn alongside Egypt, Greece, and Panama, with their opening match scheduled against Panama on November 19.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Australia names Joeys squad for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Australia has announced its Joeys squad for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, featuring players from the A-League and major European clubs like Manchester United and Brighton.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/australia-names-joeys-squad-for-fifa-u-17-world-cup

### 2026-10-26: Qatar releases tickets for FIFA U-17 World Cup 2026

Tickets for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 are now on sale. The tournament features 48 teams and 104 matches from November 19 to December 13.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qatar-releases-tickets-for-fifa-u-17-world-cup-2026

### 2026-10-23: FIFA announces ticket prices for U17 World Cup 2026

FIFA has announced ticket prices for the 2026 U17 World Cup, with standard tickets starting at 20 QAR. General sales begin October 26 via electronic ticketing.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fifa-announces-ticket-prices-for-u17-world-cup-2026

### 2026-10-22: Brazil U-17 squad announced for World Cup in Qatar

Brazil coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci has named a 21-player squad for the U-17 World Cup in Qatar, set to debut against Ireland on November 21.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-u-17-squad-announced-for-world-cup-in-qatar

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