France national under-17 football team
National youth football team.
The France national under-17 football team, known as Les Bleuets, represents France in international youth competitions and is managed by the French Football Federation. The team competes primarily in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship and the FIFA U-17 World Cup. France has a strong history in these tournaments, having won the UEFA U-17 Championship nine times, with titles in 1976, 1977, 1983, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, and 2006. Their most significant achievement came in the FIFA U-17 World Cup, where they emerged as champions in 2001.
France's under-17 team has consistently been a powerhouse in European youth football since its inception. They first participated in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in 2002, and their success has established them as one of the leading teams in the competition. The team's ability to nurture young talent is reflected in their competitive record and their contributions to the senior national team.
The current head coach is José Alcocer, who oversees a squad that includes promising players such as captain Joane Gadou. The team plays its home matches at various venues across France, providing young players with valuable experience on both domestic and international stages.