The inaugural AGCFF U-17 Gulf Cup will kick off in Doha today with a Group B game between Iraq and Kuwait, at 6pm, at the Grand Hamad Stadium. Later in the day, Saudi Arabia will face Bahrain at the Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium.

Qatar will begin their Group A campaign on Sunday, against Yemen, at the Grand Hamad Stadium. UAE will take on Oman the same day. The tournament will run from September 20 to October 3.

The second round of matches will be held on September 23, with Saudi Arabia playing Kuwait and Iraq facing Bahrain in Group B. Qatar will meet Oman on September 24 in Group A, alongside a match between the UAE and Yemen.

The tournament draw, held in August, placed host nation Qatar in Group A, alongside UAE, Oman, and Yemen. Iraq leads Group B, joined by Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

According to the tournament format, the top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout semifinals on September 30. The final will be held on October 3 at Grand Hamad Stadium.

Earlier this week, the local organizing committee had announced the start of ticket sales. A total of 15 matches will be played across Grand Hamad and Suhaim Bin Hamad stadiums.

The tournament is expected to witness strong competition among participating teams as part of their preparations for future continental and international youth events.

This championship is considered one of the most significant youth football events in the Gulf region, contributing to talent development and fostering competitive spirit among Gulf national teams, in line with a shared vision to support youth football. 

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