The key facts
- The 2027 U-20 World Cup will be held from 17 September to 9 October 2027 in Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan
- 24 youth national teams will take part; the tournament will be the 25th in history and is timed to the 50th anniversary of the first edition in 1977 in Tunisia
- Preliminary ticket registration is open; prices and sale dates have not yet been announced
Tournament dates approved
The International Football Federation (FIFA) has officially approved the dates for the 2027 U-20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan. According to the Football Association of Uzbekistan, the decision was made on 22 October at a meeting of the FIFA Council Bureau. The tournament will run from 17 September to 9 October 2027, with 24 youth national teams competing for the world title.
Ticket sales
FIFA has opened preliminary registration for fans wishing to attend the tournament matches. Registration is available on FIFA's official website in the FIFA.com/tickets section to receive notifications about the start of ticket sales. However, ticket prices and the exact start date of sales have not yet been announced.
Context
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan were granted the right to host the U-20 World Cup in October 2025. On 16 October 2026, FIFA unveiled the tournament's official emblem and its slogan — 'U Shape The Game'. The upcoming championship will be the 25th in the competition's history and will be timed to the 50th anniversary of the first edition, held in 1977 in Tunisia.
