A total of 24 teams from around the globe will descend in India to take part in the famous competition which has thrown up legendary names galore over the years.
The tournament was the brainchild of the then FIFA secretary-general, Joe Blatter, who was inspired by the famous Lion City Cup for Under-16 boys started by the Football Association of Singapore. The global event was named as the FIFA Under-16 World Championship before being renamed to it’s current version in 2007.
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The first edition was held in China in 1985 and ever since then the tournament has been held every two years with the age limit being increased to 17 from 1991 onwards.
Goal lists out the illustrious history of the prestigious tournament in a two-part series detailing the winners and famous players who have made their bow in the tourney.
History of the FIFA Under-16 World Championship:
History of the FIFA Under-17 World Championship (Until 2005):
