FIFA World Youth Championship

The FIFA World Youth Championship is the world championship of football for male players under the age of 20 and is organized by Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). Often, some of the biggest names in the sport make their first mark on the world's stage at this competition. These include Diego Maradona (1979), Davor ?uker (1987), and Luis Figo (1991). The first edition was hosted by Tunisia in 1977 and was won by the Soviet Union. It has taken place in all odd-numbered years since, with Argentina leading the way with five wins, and archrivals Brazil just behind with four.

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Football - FIFA - Diego Maradona - Davor ?uker - Luis Figo - Tunisia - 1977 - Soviet Union - Argentina - Brazil

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A corresponding event for women's teams, the FIFA U-20 Women's World Championship, began in 2002 with an age limit of 19. The age limit for the women's competition was changed to 20 starting with the upcoming 2006 event.

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FIFA U-20 Women's World Championship - 2002 - 2006

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