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The UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification showcases the next generation of football stars competing for a chance to shine on the international stage.
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SportFootball
Competition TypeCup
Season2025
Teams52
Current StatusCompleted
League Overview
The UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification serves as the preliminary competition for the UEFA U21 Championship, which showcases the best under-21 national teams across Europe. Established to provide a platform for young talent, it plays a crucial role in the development of future stars in the sport. The qualification process typically involves a series of matches among various national teams divided into groups, culminating in a tournament that highlights emerging footballers. This competition not only enhances the competitive landscape of youth football but also allows national associations to scout and nurture young talent, fostering the future of the sport.
Season Overview
The 2025 season of the UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification has been completed, commencing on March 24, 2023, and concluding on November 19, 2024. Specific details regarding the number of teams participating have not been provided. The format generally involves a series of matches across different groups, with teams competing for a place in the final tournament, showcasing the potential of the next generation of footballing talent.
Historical Context
Since its inception, the UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification has been pivotal in identifying and promoting young football talents in Europe. The competition has seen various national teams develop strong youth programs, contributing to the success of their senior squads over the years. Historically, the tournament has produced numerous players who later became stars in professional football, underscoring its significance in the broader context of player development and international competition. While specific records and title counts vary, the prestige of competing at this level has established the tournament as a key element in the pathway to elite football.
Why UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification Matters
The UEFA U21 Championship – Qualification is essential for fostering young talent in football, providing a competitive platform for future stars to showcase their abilities on an international stage. It plays a significant role in the development of players, helping national teams build a strong foundation for the future and enriching the overall quality of football worldwide.
Latest Results
Croatia U213 : 2
Georgia U21
Norway U212 : 1
Finland U21
Czech Republic U211 : 1
Belgium U21Belgium U210 : 2Czech Republic U21Finland U215 : 1Norway U21Georgia U211 : 0Croatia U21
England U217 : 0
Azerbaijan U21
Luxembourg U210 : 0
Northern Ireland U21
Serbia U211 : 0
Ukraine U21
France U211 : 2
Austria U21
Italy U211 : 1
Republic of Ireland U21Norway U215 : 1
Turkey U21
San Marino U210 : 3
Latvia U21Albania U211 : 0
Armenia U21
Andorra U211 : 2
Portugal U21Teams
Standings
Group A
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Norway U21 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 26 | 11 | 15 | 24 | WWWLW |
| 2 | Croatia U21 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 22 | WLLDW |
| 3 | Finland U21 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 19 | LWWWW |
| 4 | Austria U21 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 13 | 9 | 16 | LWDLW |
| 5 | Azerbaijan U21 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 24 | -12 | 7 | LLWWL |
| 6 | Estonia U21 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 32 | -32 | 0 | LLLLL |
Group B
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany U21 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 9 | 23 | 27 | WWWWW |
| 2 | Israel U21 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 19 | WLLDW |
| 3 | Poland U21 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 26 | 9 | 17 | 18 | LWDDW |
| 4 | Hungary U21 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 17 | -1 | 14 | WLDWL |
| 5 | Latvia U21 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 19 | -14 | 7 | LWDLL |
| 6 | San Marino U21 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 34 | -34 | 1 | LLDLL |
Group C
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain U21 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 5 | 32 | 24 | WWWWW |
| 2 |  Slovakia U21 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 15 | WLWWW |
| 3 | Northern Ireland U21 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 18 | -10 | 7 | DLLLW |
| 4 | Lithuania U21 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 22 | -15 | 7 | DWLLL |
| 5 | Malta U21 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 25 | -15 | 6 | LLLWL |
| 6 |  Russia U21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Group D
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portugal U21 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 41 | 3 | 38 | 28 | WWWWD |
| 2 | Iceland U21 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 7 | 18 | 18 | WWWDD |
| 3 | Greece U21 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 17 | LLLWW |
| 4 | Belarus U21 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 15 | 1 | 12 | LLWWW |
| 5 | Cyprus U21 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 16 | 16 | 0 | 11 | LWLDL |
| 6 |  Liechtenstein U21 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 63 | -63 | 0 | LLLLL |
Group E
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands U21 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 32 | 3 | 29 | 26 | WWWWD |
| 2 | Switzerland U21 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 22 | 6 | 16 | 23 | DWLWW |
| 3 | Moldova U21 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 12 | -5 | 12 | DLWDL |
| 4 | Wales U21 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 15 | 14 | 1 | 11 | WLDLL |
| 5 | Bulgaria U21 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 11 | -1 | 10 | DLDDD |
| 6 | Gibraltar U21 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 41 | -40 | 1 | LDLLL |
Group F
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Italy U21 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 19 | 5 | 14 | 24 | WDWWD |
| 2 | Republic of Ireland U21 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 19 | LWWWW |
| 3 | Sweden U21 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 22 | 8 | 14 | 18 | DWLLW |
| 4 | Bosnia-Herzegovina U21 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 16 | -7 | 11 | LLWWL |
| 5 | Montenegro U21 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 14 | 17 | -3 | 11 | WLDLW |
| 6 | Luxembourg U21 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 26 | -24 | 1 | LLLLL |
Group G
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England U21 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 26 | 7 | 19 | 25 | LWWWW |
| 2 | Czech Republic U21 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 23 | 6 | 17 | 22 | WLWWD |
| 3 | Slovenia U21 | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 16 | WWDDD |
| 4 | Kosovo U21 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 13 | -5 | 12 | DLWDD |
| 5 | Albania U21 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 9 | 17 | -8 | 10 | DLLLL |
| 6 | Andorra U21 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 28 | -27 | 0 | LLLLL |
Group H
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | France U21 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 31 | 5 | 26 | 26 | DWWWW |
| 2 | Ukraine U21 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 11 | 9 | 23 | WDWWW |
| 3 | Serbia U21 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 11 | -1 | 12 | DLWWL |
| 4 | Faroe Islands U21 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 12 | -6 | 10 | DLWLD |
| 5 | North Macedonia U21 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 15 | -7 | 9 | LWLLL |
| 6 | Armenia U21 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 7 | 28 | -21 | 3 | LLLLL |
Group I
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium U21 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 20 | DDWWW |
| 2 | Denmark U21 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 17 | WDWDW |
| 3 | Turkey U21 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 8 | LDWLL |
| 4 | Scotland U21 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 10 | -4 | 7 | DDDLL |
| 5 | Kazakhstan U21 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 14 | -10 | 2 | DLDLL |
Ranking of second-placed teams
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland U21 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 6 | 8 | 17 | DWLWW |
| 2 | Ukraine U21 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 17 | DWWWD |
| 3 | Denmark U21 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 17 | WDWDW |
| 4 | Croatia U21 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 16 | LLDWW |
| 5 | Czech Republic U21 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 16 | LWDLW |
| 6 | Slovakia U21 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 15 | WLWWW |
| 7 | Republic of Ireland U21 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 15 | LWWWW |
| 8 | Israel U21 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 10 | 3 | 13 | LLDWW |
| 9 | Iceland U21 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 12 | WWDDL |
Players
⚽ Top Scorers
| # | Player | Goals | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Fábio SilvaAttacker | 8 | 10 | 567 |
| 2 |  O. LiimattaMidfielder | 7 | 12 | 828 |
| 3 |  K. ArnstadMidfielder | 7 | 12 | 1050 |
| 4 |  N. OhioAttacker | 7 | 10 | 473 |
| 5 |  A. SchjelderupAttacker | 7 | 8 | 683 |
| 6 |  H. ElliottMidfielder | 7 | 7 | 615 |
| 7 |  E. YardımcıForward | 6 | 8 | 0 |
| 8 |  SamuAttacker | 6 | 9 | 456 |
| 9 |  F. EspositoAttacker | 6 | 9 | 549 |
| 10 |  M. LjubiÄiÄAttacker | 6 | 8 | 434 |
🎯 Top Assists
| # | Player | Assists | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  N. VoloshynForward | 3 | 10 | 0 |
| 2 |  C. ÇanakForward | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| 3 |  J. MendesDefender | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| 4 | E. YardımcıForward | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 5 |  B. ElmazMidfielder | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 6 |  S. SešlarMidfielder | 2 | 8 | 0 |
| 7 |  M. ŁęgowskiMidfielder | 2 | 9 | 0 |
| 8 |  M. LøvikDefender | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| 9 |  E. JelertDefender | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 10 |  K. KozłowskiMidfielder | 2 | 4 | 0 |
🟥 Red Cards
| # | Player | Red | Apps | Min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  S. RoughanDefender | 1 | 7 | 669 |
| 2 |  A. HasaniDefender | 1 | 4 | 158 |
| 3 |  N. ČavlinaGoalkeeper | 1 | 11 | 961 |
| 4 |  G. MaisuradzeDefender | 1 | 9 | 725 |
| 5 |  G. ØregaardDefender | 1 | 9 | 748 |
| 6 |  A. BatagovDefender | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 7 |  G. KoutsiasAttacker | 1 | 6 | 456 |
| 8 |  A. DonnellyDefender | 1 | 6 | 487 |
| 9 |  Vladislav BlănuțăAttacker | 1 | 5 | 90 |
| 10 |  S. JattaAttacker | 1 | 4 | 214 |
Teams
🔥 Best Attack
| # | Team | Goals For | P | GF | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 41 | 10 | 41 | 3 |
| 2 | | 37 | 8 | 37 | 5 |
| 3 | | 32 | 10 | 32 | 9 |
| 4 | | 32 | 10 | 32 | 3 |
| 5 | | 31 | 10 | 31 | 5 |
| 6 | | 26 | 10 | 26 | 11 |
| 7 | | 26 | 10 | 26 | 7 |
| 8 | | 26 | 10 | 26 | 9 |
| 9 | | 25 | 10 | 25 | 10 |
| 10 | | 25 | 10 | 25 | 7 |
🛡️ Best Defence
| # | Team | Goals Against | P | GF | GA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | | 2 | 8 | 14 | 2 |
| 3 | | 3 | 10 | 41 | 3 |
| 4 | | 3 | 10 | 32 | 3 |
| 5 | | 5 | 8 | 37 | 5 |
| 6 | | 5 | 10 | 19 | 5 |
| 7 | | 5 | 10 | 31 | 5 |
| 8 | | 6 | 8 | 14 | 6 |
| 9 | | 6 | 10 | 22 | 6 |
| 10 | | 6 | 10 | 23 | 6 |
15Matches Played
45Goals
52Teams
2025Season
