The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2025 was the first FIFA women’s youth tournament to be held in Africa. Hosted by Morocco from 17 October to 8 November, it attracted 72 762 spectators across 52 matches, celebrating the power of sport to inspire, unite and uplift communities – especially young girls.

Under FIFA’s new multi-year hosting model, Morocco will host the annual tournament until 2029. The matches, which showcased the country’s commitment to advancing women’s football and youth engagement, were held in the Rabat-Salé metropolitan area.

FIFA promoted the tournament as a celebration of joy and inclusion, bringing happiness to millions of young people and inspiring future generations beyond the pitch. Thanks to the collaboration between FIFA and the World Health Organization (WHO), the event also served as a platform for health promotion.

Through the Be Active initiative, WHO leveraged the global visibility of the tournament to promote physical activity, mental well-being and healthy lifestyles. The campaign encourages children, families and communities to embrace movement as a foundation for lifelong health.