The Argentinian Football Association (AFA) has made an official bid to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup after FIFA withdrew Indonesia’s right to stage the tournament. “There have been other countries that have expressed an interest, but in terms of a formal proposal and all the government assurances that …
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Following today’s meeting between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) Erick Thohir, FIFA has decided, due to the current circumstances, to remove Indonesia as the host of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup. A new host will be announced as soon as possible, …
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The countdown to the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia is now well and truly under way as Indonesian electronic trio Weird Genius, exciting Indonesian singers Lyodra, Tiara Andini, Ziva Magnolya and FIFA today unveiled a preview of Glorious, the Official Song that will provide the perfect audio backdrop …
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Following what has been thrilling TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2023 Quarterfinal action, four African teams have booked their place in the semifinals. The semifinal berth also secures passage to the FIFA U-20 World Cup to be hosted in Indonesia. Senegal, Nigeria, The Gambia and Tunisia all sealed …
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A special event was held today at the iconic Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta to celebrate the major milestone of 100 days to go until the start of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia. The tournament’s official mascot, Bacuya the rhino, and Indonesia’s U-20 national team were …
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New Zealand have won the OFC U-19 Championship 2022 after a 3-0 win over Fiji at Stade Pater in Papeete in Tahiti. A brace from Oliver Colloty and a long-range strike from Jay Herdman secured the Junior All Whites their eighth title despite Fiji’s brave effort. New Zealand have won …
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Fiji and New Zealand will face off in the OFC U-19 Championship 2022 final this weekend at Stade Pater in Papeete, Tahiti. Both teams are already celebrating after respective semifinal triumphs over New Caledonia and Tahiti secured their place at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia. However, the …
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A place in Saturday’s OFC U-19 Championship 2022 final is not the only reward on the table for the four remaining nations in this year’s tournament. Both victors in the semifinal fixtures will also achieve qualification for the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia. The top two teams from …
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A Javanese rhinoceros called Bacuya enjoyed a thumping introduction to the public as the Official Mascot of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia on Sunday on September 18, 2022. Children and fans of all ages were able to catch a glimpse of Bacuya when he was unveiled at …
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The Official Emblem represents the vibrancy of Indonesia and its awakening passion for the beautiful game; The launch on FIFA+ coincides with Indonesia’s August 17 Independence Day celebrations. The Official Emblem of the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup – Indonesia has been unveiled on FIFA+, just over nine months before …
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