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2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup Finals in Saudi Arabia
The 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup (April 3–20, local time) will be held in Saudi Arabia. China's U-17 men's team is placed in Group A alongside hosts Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Thailand. Here’s everything you need to know about the tournament—group standings, schedule, and where to watch!
2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup Groups
A total of 16 teams will compete, with the top eight (all quarterfinalists) qualifying for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar this November.
China is in Group A with Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Thailand. All three of China’s group-stage matches will take place in Taif, western Saudi Arabia.
Full Group Draw:
- Group A: Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Thailand, China
- Group B: Japan, Australia, Vietnam, UAE
- Group C: South Korea, Yemen, Afghanistan, Indonesia
- Group D: Iran, Tajikistan, Oman, North Korea
Group A Breakdown
China U-17
- Past Appearances: 15 (2 titles: 1992, 2004)
- 2023 Performance: Drew 1-1 with Tajikistan but lost to Australia and Saudi Arabia, exiting in the group stage.
- World Cup Record: 6 appearances
- Qualifiers: Finished 2nd in Group C (3W, 1D), advanced as one of the best runners-up.
Saudi Arabia U-17 (Hosts)
- Past Appearances: 11 (2 titles: 1985, 1988)
- 2023 Performance: Reached knockout stage after 15 years but lost 0-2 to Uzbekistan in the quarterfinals.
- World Cup Record: 3 appearances (1 title: 1989).
Uzbekistan U-17
- Past Appearances: 10 (1 title: 2012)
- 2023 Performance: Beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 in quarters, lost 0-1 to South Korea in semis.
- World Cup Record: 3 appearances
- Qualifiers: Topped Group E.
Thailand U-17
- Past Appearances: 12 (1 title: 1998)
- 2023 Performance: Lost to South Korea in quarterfinals.
- World Cup Record: 2 appearances
- Qualifiers: Topped Group D.
China U-17 Match Schedule (ET)
With the expanded U-17 World Cup, all teams advancing past the group stage will qualify.
- April 3, 10:15 PM: Saudi Arabia vs. China
*King Fahd Sports City Stadium, Taif*
- April 6, 2:00 PM: China vs. Uzbekistan
*Okaz Club Stadium, Taif*
- April 9, 10:15 PM: Thailand vs. China
*Okaz Club Stadium, Taif*
Where to Watch
IQIYI Sports will provide exclusive live coverage starting April 3.
For Big-Screen Viewing:
1. Install Dangbei Market on your smart TV/projector.
2. Search for "QYGTV" (iQIYI TV app) and download.
3. Navigate to the sports section and select the U-17 Asian Cup hub to schedule alerts.
Recommended Gear:
For the best experience, try the Dangbei F7 Pro Projector—featuring 4K UHD, motion smoothing, and eye-safe triple-laser tech for vivid, immersive viewing.
China U-17 Squad
Goalkeepers: Li Ao, Yihesan Yilamu, Wei Deliang
Defenders: Jiang Zhiqin, Wen Zhanlin, Ailinizha Luoheman, Sun Tianyu, Li Shuaiqi, Wang Yi, Wang Gengrui, Li Qitao
Midfielders: Liu Jiale, Yao Junyu, Yan Yuzhe, Zhang Chengrui, Bian Yulang, Liu Binglin
Forwards: Bunyamin Abudushalamu, Wei Xiangxin, Aibilabla Nueraji, Yang Qiandong, Wei Zijian, Li Xiang
Must-Watch Matches
1. Japan vs. South Korea (April 5, 2:00 PM ET)
- Clash of East Asian youth systems: Japan’s technical play vs. Korea’s intensity.
- Key duel: Japan’s Kubo Kentaro vs. Korea’s naturalized striker Lee Hyun-sung.
2. Vietnam vs. Australia (April 7, 10:15 PM ET)
- Vietnam’s speed vs. Australia’s physicality.
- Spotlight: Vietnam’s "Little Messi" Nguyen Van Toan.
3. Iran vs. Tajikistan (April 9, 2:00 PM ET)
- Iran’s defensive strength vs. Tajikistan’s underdog spirit.
- Watch: Iran’s aerial dominator Ali Zadeh.
The 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup (April 3–20, local time) will be held in Saudi Arabia. China's U-17 men's team is placed in Group A alongside hosts Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Thailand. Here’s everything you need to know about the tournament—group standings, schedule, and where to watch!
2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup Groups
A total of 16 teams will compete, with the top eight (all quarterfinalists) qualifying for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar this November.
China is in Group A with Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, and Thailand. All three of China’s group-stage matches will take place in Taif, western Saudi Arabia.
Full Group Draw:
- Group A: Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Thailand, China
- Group B: Japan, Australia, Vietnam, UAE
- Group C: South Korea, Yemen, Afghanistan, Indonesia
- Group D: Iran, Tajikistan, Oman, North Korea
Group A Breakdown
China U-17
- Past Appearances: 15 (2 titles: 1992, 2004)
- 2023 Performance: Drew 1-1 with Tajikistan but lost to Australia and Saudi Arabia, exiting in the group stage.
- World Cup Record: 6 appearances
- Qualifiers: Finished 2nd in Group C (3W, 1D), advanced as one of the best runners-up.
Saudi Arabia U-17 (Hosts)
- Past Appearances: 11 (2 titles: 1985, 1988)
- 2023 Performance: Reached knockout stage after 15 years but lost 0-2 to Uzbekistan in the quarterfinals.
- World Cup Record: 3 appearances (1 title: 1989).
Uzbekistan U-17
- Past Appearances: 10 (1 title: 2012)
- 2023 Performance: Beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 in quarters, lost 0-1 to South Korea in semis.
- World Cup Record: 3 appearances
- Qualifiers: Topped Group E.
Thailand U-17
- Past Appearances: 12 (1 title: 1998)
- 2023 Performance: Lost to South Korea in quarterfinals.
- World Cup Record: 2 appearances
- Qualifiers: Topped Group D.
China U-17 Match Schedule (ET)
With the expanded U-17 World Cup, all teams advancing past the group stage will qualify.
- April 3, 10:15 PM: Saudi Arabia vs. China
*King Fahd Sports City Stadium, Taif*
- April 6, 2:00 PM: China vs. Uzbekistan
*Okaz Club Stadium, Taif*
- April 9, 10:15 PM: Thailand vs. China
*Okaz Club Stadium, Taif*
Where to Watch
IQIYI Sports will provide exclusive live coverage starting April 3.
For Big-Screen Viewing:
1. Install Dangbei Market on your smart TV/projector.
2. Search for "QYGTV" (iQIYI TV app) and download.
3. Navigate to the sports section and select the U-17 Asian Cup hub to schedule alerts.
Recommended Gear:
For the best experience, try the Dangbei F7 Pro Projector—featuring 4K UHD, motion smoothing, and eye-safe triple-laser tech for vivid, immersive viewing.
China U-17 Squad
Goalkeepers: Li Ao, Yihesan Yilamu, Wei Deliang
Defenders: Jiang Zhiqin, Wen Zhanlin, Ailinizha Luoheman, Sun Tianyu, Li Shuaiqi, Wang Yi, Wang Gengrui, Li Qitao
Midfielders: Liu Jiale, Yao Junyu, Yan Yuzhe, Zhang Chengrui, Bian Yulang, Liu Binglin
Forwards: Bunyamin Abudushalamu, Wei Xiangxin, Aibilabla Nueraji, Yang Qiandong, Wei Zijian, Li Xiang
Must-Watch Matches
1. Japan vs. South Korea (April 5, 2:00 PM ET)
- Clash of East Asian youth systems: Japan’s technical play vs. Korea’s intensity.
- Key duel: Japan’s Kubo Kentaro vs. Korea’s naturalized striker Lee Hyun-sung.
2. Vietnam vs. Australia (April 7, 10:15 PM ET)
- Vietnam’s speed vs. Australia’s physicality.
- Spotlight: Vietnam’s "Little Messi" Nguyen Van Toan.
3. Iran vs. Tajikistan (April 9, 2:00 PM ET)
- Iran’s defensive strength vs. Tajikistan’s underdog spirit.
- Watch: Iran’s aerial dominator Ali Zadeh.
