Portugal's national youth team has etched its name into the history books, securing its first-ever FIFA Under-17 World Cup title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Austria in Qatar.
A Historic Victory Sealed in the First Half
The decisive moment of the final, held at Doha's Khalifa International Stadium, came in the first half. The match's solitary goal was scored by Anisio Cabral, a talented forward from Benfica, who found the net for his seventh goal of the tournament, cementing his status as a key player in Portugal's triumphant campaign.
The Path to Glory
This landmark victory on Thursday 27 November 2025 builds upon Portugal's success from earlier in the summer, when they also won the U17 European Championship. Their journey to World Cup glory was a testament to their skill and determination. After a long absence from the tournament's previous nine editions since 2003, Portugal battled past formidable opponents including Belgium, Mexico, Switzerland, and Brazil to earn their place in the final.
Completing the Podium
Meanwhile, the third-place play-off saw a different kind of drama. Italy claimed the bronze medal after defeating Brazil 4-2 on penalties. The match had finished goalless after the standard 90 minutes, forcing the shootout to decide the final spot on the podium.
