The UEFA European Under-17 Championship has entered its decisive phase, with the semi-final fixtures now confirmed. Football fans will witness two compelling matchups on Thursday, June 4, 2026, as BelgiumTeam·Belgium takes on France, and Italy faces Spain for a coveted spot in the final.
The tournament, hosted by Estonia for the first time, commenced on Monday, May 25, 2026, and has showcased the continent's brightest young talents. The semi-final clashes are set to unfold in Tallinn, with Kadrioru staadion hosting the first encounter and Lilleküla staadion staging the second.
BelgiumTeam·Belgium secured their semi-final berth as Group A winners, navigating a challenging path that included a 2-0 victory over CroatiaTeam·Croatia, a narrow 0-1 loss to Spain, and a crucial 1-0 win against host nation Estonia. This marks BelgiumTeam·Belgium's seventh progression from the group stage in ten U17 EURO finals appearances. However, their semi-final record stands at W0 L4, including a 3-2 defeat to France in the 2025 semi-finals, adding an intriguing layer to their upcoming match.
Their opponents, France, qualified as runners-up from Group B. Their journey included a 0-1 loss to Italy, followed by dominant performances with a 4-0 win against DenmarkTeam·Denmark and a 5-0 victory over MontenegroTeam·Montenegro. France will be aiming for their fourth U17 EURO title, and their recent history against BelgiumTeam·Belgium suggests a fiercely contested match.
The second semi-final pits Italy against Spain. Italy advanced as Group B winners, demonstrating an impressive defensive solidity by conceding zero goals in their first two group games. Their results included a 1-0 win against France, a commanding 3-0 victory over MontenegroTeam·Montenegro, and a 3-3 draw with DenmarkTeam·Denmark.
Spain, who finished as runners-up in Group A, displayed a potent attack throughout the group stage, scoring five goals in two matches. Their path to the semi-finals featured a 4-1 win over Estonia, a 1-0 victory against BelgiumTeam·Belgium, and a 2-3 loss to CroatiaTeam·Croatia. Spain's formidable offensive capabilities will test Italy's resolute defence.
The first semi-final, BelgiumTeam·Belgium versus France, is scheduled for 13:30 CET at Kadrioru staadion. Later in the day, at 19:00 CET, Italy will meet Spain at Lilleküla staadion. The winners of these high-stakes encounters will advance to the final, which is slated for Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 19:00 CET, also at Lilleküla staadion. In a direct approach to determining a victor, any semi-final or final match ending in a draw will proceed directly to a penalty shoot-out, bypassing extra time.
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