Alkass English
The road to the 2025 Gulf Cup U-17 is officially underway after the Arab Gulf Cup Football Federation (AGCFF) conducted the tournament draw virtually in Doha.
Set to run from September 20 to October 2, the event will see Qatar host the competition, leading Group A alongside the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Yemen.
Meanwhile, Group B is headlined by Iraq, who share the bracket with Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
The eight teams were placed into four seeding tiers based on their international rankings:
* Level 1: Qatar, Iraq
* Level 2: UAE, Saudi Arabia
* Level 3: Bahrain, Oman
* Level 4: Kuwait, Yemen
With the region’s brightest young talents on display, this edition of the Gulf Cup U-17 promises a competitive showcase and a vital stepping stone toward continental and international football.