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USA U-17 Team Reveals Roster for 2025 World Cup

10/17/2025

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Summary

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Gonzalo Segares, head coach of United States Under-17 Men's National Team, announced a 21-player roster for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, November 3–27, 2025.
The squad includes 19 players born in 2008 and two in 2009.
The pre-camp will start in Abu Dhabi on October 21.
The United States will face Burkina Faso, Tajikistan, and Czechia in Group I, as the field expands to 48 teams.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 FIFA World Cup, held in the United States from June 17 to July 17, attracted over 3.5 million spectators, making it the most attended tournament in history. This event catalyzed soccer's growth in the U.S., leading to the establishment of Major League Soccer in 1996. The legacy continues with the upcoming 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup, highlighting the nation's commitment to developing soccer talent.

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Story summary

Gonzalo Segares, head coach of United States Under-17 Men's National Team, announced a 21-player roster for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, November 3–27, 2025.
The squad includes 19 players born in 2008 and two in 2009.
The pre-camp will start in Abu Dhabi on October 21.
The United States will face Burkina Faso, Tajikistan, and Czechia in Group I, as the field expands to 48 teams.

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