Doha, November 13 (QNA) - Qatar will open its campaign at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 against Panama on November 19 at Aspire Zone's Competition Complex, in Group A, which also features Egypt and Greece.

Qatar will make its ninth appearance in the tournament, which runs until December 13 and features 48 teams competing in 104 matches.

Aspire Zone will host matches through the semifinals, while the final will take place at Khalifa International Stadium.

Spanish coach Alvaro Mejia has named a 21-player squad for the tournament, expressing confidence in the team's ability to deliver a strong performance and describing the competition as an opportunity for young players to showcase their talent.

Qatar's best result came in 1991, when they finished fourth in Italy. They also reached the quarterfinals in 1987 and 1999. The team previously hosted the tournament in 2025, exiting in the group stage. (QNA)