The accreditation process is now open for media representatives wishing to cover the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival, which will be hosted by Azerbaijan from 22 to 30 October 2026.
The accreditation process will be available from 2 October through the
accreditation portal, the sole official platform for registration. The deadline for applications is 9 October at 23:00 (GMT+4).
All media representatives must submit their accreditation applications exclusively through this registration platform.
Please note that all accreditation requests are subject to approval. Successful applicants will be notified by email and will receive additional information in due course. Media representatives with questions regarding media accreditation may contact
[email protected].
The first-ever world championship for boys under the age of 15 will bring together young footballers representing FIFA member associations from around the world, marking the beginning of a new chapter in international youth football.
FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival Azerbaijan 2026 will be played in an innovative 8v8 format, with matches consisting of two 20-minute halves. Approximately 1,000 matches are expected to take place during the tournament. The vast majority of matches will be held at the Hovsan Competition Complex, while the opening match of each stage and the final matches will take place at Baku Crystal Hal
