Armenia and Georgia have officially been selected as co-hosts of the 2029 FIFA U-20 World Cup, marking a historic milestone for football in both countries. The decision was announced during a FIFA Executive Committee meeting held in Vancouver, Canada on April 28, 2026.
The tournament will become the first major FIFA competition ever staged in Armenia and Georgia, underlining growing confidence from the international football community in the region.
In an official statement, the Football Federation of Armenia described the decision as a landmark moment for the nation’s sporting history. The federation emphasized that hosting a tournament of this scale reflects significant trust and presents a unique opportunity for local fans and young players to experience world-class football on home soil.
The U-20 World Cup, FIFA’s third-largest tournament after the senior men’s and women’s World Cups, will feature 24 national teams and has long been recognized as a platform for emerging global stars.
As part of the preparations, Armenia plans to construct new stadiums in Vanadzor and Ijevan, with capacities of 11,000 and 10,000 respectively. Their locations near the Georgian border are expected to streamline logistics for the joint hosting format.
The 2029 edition is expected to deliver a lasting impact, driving infrastructure development and boosting football growth in both countries well beyond the tournament itself.
Meanwhile, the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup will be jointly hosted by Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, as confirmed during the same FIFA Council session ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver.
