The 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship is set to take place in Romania from 13 to 26 June 2025, promising an exciting showcase of Europe’s next generation of football stars. Organised by UEFA, this prestigious youth tournament has long served as a launching pad for many future superstars, including Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Jude Bellingham.
A total of eight teams will compete in the tournament, with players born on or after January 1, 2006, eligible to participate.
Tournament Format and Teams
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The tournament features 8 national teams divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, with the winners progressing to the final on 26 June 2025.
While Romania qualified automatically as hosts, the other seven teams earned their places through a rigorous qualifying process that included the elite round, held earlier in 2025. The competition was intense, with Europe’s strongest footballing nations vying for a place in the final tournament
Italy currently holds the title of the UEFA European U19 Championship after achieving a dramatic victory over Portugal.
- Teams Participation: 8
- Playing venues or stadiums: 4 (in 3 host cities)
- Overall Matches: 17
- Semi-finals: 23 June 2025
- Final: November 27, 2025
- Defending Champions: Italy
Young players are extremely excited about the upcoming 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship matches and are eager to purchase tickets. However, many are unaware that tickets will be available soon on the UEFA Official website.
UEFA European Under-19 Championship Schedule, Teams and Stadiums
Venues
Romania was selected to host the tournament and has prepared four top-class stadiums to welcome Europe’s elite youth talent. Matches will be played in:
These venues reflect Romania’s commitment to football development and infrastructure, with the Romanian Football Federation playing a key role in organising the event.
| Host cities | Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | Rapid-Giulești Stadium Arcul de Triumf Stadium | 14,047 8,027 |
| Ploiești | Ilie Oană Stadium | 15,073 |
| Voluntari | Anghel Iordănescu Stadium | 4,600 |
- Giulești Stadium, Bucharest, is also hosting the final.
- Arcul de Triumf Stadium, Bucharest
- Ilie Oană Stadium, Ploiești
- Anghel Iordănescu Stadium, Voluntari
Qualified Teams
| S No. | Team | Method of Qualification | Finals Appearance | Last Appearance | Previous Best Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Romania | Hosts | 3rd | 2022 | Group stage (2011, 2022) |
| 2 | Germany | Elite round Group 6 winners | 10th | 2017 | Champions (2008, 2014) |
| 3 | Spain | Elite round Group 5 winners | 15th | 2024 | Champions (2002, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2024) |
| 4 | Denmark | Elite round Group 1 winners | 2nd | 2024 | Group stage (2024) |
| 5 | Montenegro | Elite round Group 2 winners | 1st | Debut | – |
| 6 | Netherlands | Elite round Group 3 winners | 6th | 2017 | Semi-finals (2017) |
| 7 | Norway | Elite round Group 4 winners | 8th | 2024 | Semi-finals (2023) |
| 8 | England | Elite round Group 7 winners | 12th | 2022 | Champions (2017, 2022) |
Groups
| Group A | Group B |
|---|---|
| Romania (hosts) Denmark Spain (defending champions) Montenegro | Germany Norway England Netherlands |
2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship Standing or Points Table
Group A
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Romania (H) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Knockout stage |
| 2 | Denmark | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Knockout stage |
| 3 | Spain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 | Montenegro | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group B
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Knockout stage |
| 2 | Norway | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Knockout stage |
| 3 | England | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 4 | Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Key Players to Watch
The Under-19 Championship has a history of showcasing future stars, and this year is expected to be no different. Spain’s Iker Bravo, standout MVP from 2024, may return to lead his side again, while emerging talents from Germany, England, and the Netherlands will be closely watched by scouts from top clubs.
All participating players must be born on or after 1 January 2006, maintaining the tournament’s role as a true youth competition.
Importance of the Tournament
UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin emphasised the significance of the competition in a recent statement, noting its role in providing a platform for Europe’s best young players. Romanian Football Federation President Răzvan Burleanu echoed those sentiments, proud of Romania’s hosting responsibilities and commitment to youth football.
With just days remaining until kickoff, anticipation is building. Fans can look forward to high-quality football, tactical battles, and potentially witnessing the rise of football’s next global icons.
Qualification Pathway
Qualifying Round (9 Oct – 19 Nov 2024)
- Participants: 53 UEFA member teams (excluding host Romania; Russia banned)
- Structure: 52 teams split into 13 groups of four (Portugal received a bye to the Elite Round). Each group was held at a single venue. The top two teams and the best 3rd-placed team (based on matches against 1st & 2nd place) advance.
- Elite Round (19–25 Mar 2025)
- Final Tournament (13–26 Jun 2025 in Romania)
- Teams: Romania (host) + the 7 Elite Round group winners.
- Total: 8 teams compete in the tournament proper.
Defending Champion UEFA European Under-19
| Year | Host Country | Winner | Runner-up | Final Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Malta | Italy | Portugal | 1–0 |
| 2022 | Slovakia | England | Israel | 3–1 (a.e.t) |
| 2021 | Cancelled | Due to the COVID-19 pandemic | ||
| 2020 | Cancelled | Due to COVID-19 pandemic | ||
| 2019 | Armenia | Spain | Portugal | 2–0 |
| 2018 | Finland | Portugal | Italy | 4–3 |
| 2017 | Georgia | England | Portugal | 2–1 |
| 2016 | Germany | France | Italy | 4–0 |
| 2015 | Greece | Spain | Russia | 2–0 |
What is the Venue of the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship?
The venues for the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship are numerous. Here are the host cities and Stadiums for the tournament.
- Rapid–Giulești Stadium, Bucharest – hosting 3 group-stage matches, a semi-final, and the final
- Stadionul Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest – hosting 3 group matches and a semi-final
- Ilie Oană Stadium, Ploiești – hosting 3 group-stage matches
- Anghel Iordănescu Stadium, Voluntari – hosting 3 group-stage matches
- Final: Rapid–Giulești Stadium, Bucharest on 26 June 2025
- Semi-finals: Split between Rapid–Giulești and Arcul de Triumf in Bucharest, scheduled for 23 June
How many Teams qualify for the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship?
A total of 8 teams qualify for the 2025 UEFA European Under‑19 Championship finals:
- Romania (automatically qualified as hosts)
- 7 national teams earned their spots through the Elite Round of qualification
What is the qualification process for the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship?
The 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualification is a competition for men’s under-19 national football teams, which will determine the seven teams that will join the automatically qualified hosts, Romania, in the final tournament of the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.
