The Ireland Men’s Under-17s team have been drawn against Brazil, Tanzania and Costa Rica in Group I of the FIFA Under-17 World Cup.

Ireland discovered their opponents following the draw in Zurich and they will begin their tournament against four-time champions Brazil on Saturday, November 21. They then face Costa Rica on Tuesday, November 24 before finishing their group stage against African opposition in Tanzania on Friday, November 27.

A 7-0 win over Slovakia in March confirmed Ireland’s spot at the tournament and they now begin preparations for the finals. It marks a second consecutive World Cup in Qatar after the young Boys in Green reached the Last 16 in November of last year.

All group fixtures will take place at the Aspire Zone, Doha, with kick-off times to be confirmed.

2026 FIFA Under-17 World Cup – Group I Fixtures

Saturday, November 21 | Brazil vs Ireland

Tuesday, November 24 | Costa Rica vs Ireland

Friday, November 27 | Ireland vs Tanzania