{"id":64230,"date":"2025-11-16T19:22:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-16T19:22:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/fifa-u17-world-cup-round-of-16-line-up-confirmed"},"modified":"2025-11-16T20:03:44","modified_gmt":"2025-11-16T20:03:44","slug":"fifa-u17-world-cup-round-of-16-line-up-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/fifa-u17-world-cup-round-of-16-line-up-confirmed","title":{"rendered":"Fifa U17 World Cup Round of 16 Line-Up Confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. <\/strong><\/span>The cast for the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA U17 World Cup is now complete, with 16 teams booking their spots in the knockout phase after an intense and entertaining group-stage campaign across the host nation.<\/p>\n<p>The qualified teams cut across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, reflecting the global competitiveness of this year\u2019s tournament.<\/p>\n<p>Defending champions and traditional powerhouses are joined by several impressive debutants and surprise packages who have lit up the group stage with bold, youthful football.<\/p>\n<p>Europe remains strongly represented, with Portugal, Italy, Austria, Republic of Ireland, Switzerland, England, and France all advancing. Portugal and Italy, in particular, impressed with their discipline and attacking flair, while England and France progressed in convincing fashion.<\/p>\n<p>South America\u2019s flagbearer Brazil continued their rich U17 pedigree as they marched into the knockouts, displaying their characteristic skill and creativity.<\/p>\n<p>Africa\u2019s charge into the Round of 16 has been equally commanding, with Morocco, Uganda, Burkina Faso, and Mali all sealing qualification.<\/p>\n<p>Burkina Faso\u2019s remarkable victory over Germany earlier in the week solidified their status as one of the tournament\u2019s emerging forces.<\/p>\n<p>Asia also boasts strong representation, with Japan, Uzbekistan, and Korea DPR showcasing technical brilliance, tactical organisation, and physical intensity in their group games.<\/p>\n<p>Mexico completes the list, ensuring the CONCACAF region has a strong voice in the next round.<\/p>\n<p>The former U17 world champions once again proved they are a team never to be underestimated at this level.<\/p>\n<p>With the knockout phase now set, anticipation has begun to build as the remaining teams prepare for win-or-go-home battles.<\/p>\n<p>Fans across the world can look forward to high drama, stunning goals, emotional finishes, and the emergence of new global stars as the journey to the trophy enters its most decisive stage.<\/p>\n<p>FULL LIST OF QUALIFIED TEAMS (ROUND OF 16)<\/p>\n<p>Portugal<\/p>\n<p>Italy<\/p>\n<p>Brazil<\/p>\n<p>Austria<\/p>\n<p>Republic of Ireland<\/p>\n<p>Japan<\/p>\n<p>Switzerland<\/p>\n<p>Korea DPR<\/p>\n<p>Morocco<\/p>\n<p>England<\/p>\n<p>France<\/p>\n<p>Uganda<\/p>\n<p>Uzbekistan<\/p>\n<p>Burkina Faso<\/p>\n<p>Mali<\/p>\n<p>Mexico<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Lesotho<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. 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