Anisio Cabral’s first-half finish secured Portugal their maiden U-17 World Cup title with a 1-0 win over Austria in Doha, as the tournament’s new annual format again highlighted European strength acro

Anisio Cabral's first-half strike proved the difference at Khalifa International Stadium, as the reigning U-17 European champions completed a dream 2025 double.

Portugal made a fast start and almost bagged an early opener when Duarte Cunha dragged a shot wide. Austria’s rapid counter-attacking has been a feature of their U-17 World Cup campaign, though, and from one such break Hasan Deshishku burst clear and forced a fine save from Romario Cunha.

Portugal crowned FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 champs after a 1-0 win over Austria in Doha — Anício Cabral’s 33′ goal sealed their first-ever U-17 title.

The final World Cup participants won't be determined until March of 2026, following the draw for the World Cup groups. A playoff will take place in North America in March, including one team each from the following regions: AFC, CAF, CONMEBOL, OFC, alongside two from Concacaf to determine the final two places in the World Cup.

Portuguese stars Mateus Mide, Romario Cunha and Bernardo Lima react to securing the nation's maiden U-17 World Cup title.

FIFA confirmed that Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal would not face each other in the 2026 World Cup group stage, finalizing the tournament draw setup.