It's done! The Seleção das Quinas under-17 have lifted the World Cup. In the final, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, Portugal managed to secure a narrow 1-0 victory against a strong Austrian team.

A flash of brilliance, a single goal, was all it took to send an entire nation into raptures. In a match that remained tightly contested for much of the game, the breakthrough finally came in the 32nd minute . The liberating goal was scored by Anísio Cabral , the promising young striker from Benfica, proving once again that Portuguese youth have a golden touch.

A Relentless Champion's Journey

While Portugal wasn't the most talked-about team at the start of the tournament, they quickly silenced all the doubters. From their opening match on November 3rd, José Lima's men sent a clear message by thrashing New Caledonia 6-1. This was confirmed in their second Group B match, with a dominant 6-0 victory over Morocco, propelling the young Portuguese side to the status of serious favorites.

The path to the title was truly flawless:

1. Round of 16: Clear victory against Mexico (5-0).
2. Quarter-finals: Success against Switzerland (2-0).
3. Semi-finals: The ultimate test against the overwhelming favorite, Brazil, won after an unbearable suspense (6-5 on penalties).

This world title is shining proof of the vitality of the Portuguese team.

The Future is Written in Gold

This golden generation joins a long list of talents who have emerged in recent years. Names like João Neves , Vitinha , and Nuno Mendes in the senior national team testify to the immense potential awaiting the national team in the years to come. The U17 World Cup is just the first step, but it confirms that Portugal is more than ever a footballing nation, ready to dominate the world stage.