England national under-17 football team
National youth football team.
The England national under-17 football team, often referred to as England U17, is the national youth football team of England, managed by the Football Association (FA). This team serves as a crucial developmental squad for young English players, offering them international experience and preparing them for potential future roles in the senior national team. The team is designed for players under the age of 17 at the start of the calendar year in which a two-year FIFA U-17 World Cup campaign begins. Players can remain with the squad until they are 17, although some may progress to higher levels if selected.
England U17 has a distinguished history in youth football, having won the UEFA European Under-17 Championship twice—in 2010 and 2014—and achieving notable success in other international tournaments. The team first participated in the FIFA U-17 World Cup in 1985 (then known as the FIFA U-16 World Championship) and reached their greatest achievement in 2017 when they won the tournament, defeating Spain in the final.
The team does not have a designated home stadium and plays matches at various venues across England and internationally. This approach helps to promote football among young fans throughout the country and provides different regions with the opportunity to see future stars in action.
The current head coach of the England U17 team is Ryan Garry, who leads a squad of promising young talents aiming to make their mark on the international stage. The team has produced many players who have gone on to have successful careers in professional football and represent England at senior level.