The FIFA Council has announced that the 2029 FIFA U-20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Armenia and Georgia. This decision marks a new milestone in the global body’s strategy to expand its geographic reach.
This is a landmark appointment. By entrusting Armenia and Georgia with the organization of the 2029 U-20 World Cup, FIFA is betting on an unprecedented co-hosting arrangement for this age group. The two Caucasus nations will have the chance to welcome a major youth tournament, a showcase for the football stars of tomorrow.
“This is an unprecedented achievement for Armenian football. For the first time, our country will host a major international tournament of this scale, demonstrating the great confidence the international football community has in us,” stated the Armenian Football Federation in a press release.
Meanwhile, the next edition of the tournament will be hosted by Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan in 2027.
This selection rewards the efforts made in recent years to modernize sports infrastructure and boost the appeal of their domestic leagues. It also reflects FIFA’s ambition to diversify the host countries for its tournaments, moving beyond the traditional destinations.
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