International Sports
ATN brings AFC U17 Asian Cup action to Afghan audiences
The event promises to be another exciting tournament with berths to the FIFA U17 World Cup Qatar 2026 also at stake.
Ariana Radio and Television Network (ATN) has confirmed it will broadcast the group stage matches and finals of the AFC U17 Men’s Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026, bringing coverage of the continent’s premier youth competition to viewers across Afghanistan.
The tournament is set to begin next week in Saudi Arabia and will run from May 5 to May 22, featuring 16 of Asia’s top under-17 national teams competing for continental glory and places at the FIFA U17 World Cup Qatar 2026.
The top two teams from each of the four groups will advance to the quarterfinals and automatically qualify for the World Cup in Qatar.
Hosts Saudi Arabia lead Group A alongside Tajikistan, Thailand and Myanmar.
Group B features defending contenders Japan with Indonesia, China and Qatar.
In Group C, South Korea will face Yemen, Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates.
Group D includes defending champions Uzbekistan, alongside Australia, India and North Korea.
The tournament is expected to showcase some of Asia’s brightest young football talents, with scouts and fans watching closely as the next generation of stars take center stage.
ATN has confirmed coverage will include key group stage matches and the final later this month. Fans are encouraged to follow Ariana Television and Ariana News’ social media pages for updates, team information and schedules.