Austria vs Japan U17 World Cup 2025 Japan eliminated by Austria.

Mr Football
Nov 19, 2025
2 min read

Updated: Nov 21, 2025

Austria defeated Japan 1–0 in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup. The only goal of the game came from Johannes Moser in the 49th minute, securing a clean sheet for Austria and eliminating Japan from the tournament.

The match was fairly even in terms of possession and attacking threat as Austria matched Japan in shots on target (4 each) and defended resolutely. Austria earned 7 corners compared to Japan’s 10, showing solid attacking intent.

Austria recorded one yellow card (Ifeanyi Ndukwe, 74′), while Japan remained discipline-clean in that respect despite conceding more fouls (8) as compared to 5 against Austria.

The win sent Austria through to the semi-finals, ending Japan’s run at the tournament and underscoring Austria’s tactical discipline and counter-attacking strength.

Austria Semifinal Fixture

Austria will now advance to the to the semi finals where they will play Italy. The semi final matches will be played on the 24th of November 2025.

Austria U17 – European Poise and Precision

Austria’s U17 squad has impressed in Qatar so far with a blend of defensive solidity and efficient attacking. According to performance data, they’ve held their shape well, limiting opponents while scoring with clinical intent.

Tournament form: Their path has been convincing. Austria secured wins in the group stage and continued with a strong knockout stage showing. The knocked out Tunisia and England scoring 6 goals in total while conceding none. They have added this win to their record making it an impressive run.
Strengths: Organized backline, disciplined play, and a capacity to control games without overcommitting. Their structure gives them a platform to absorb pressure and hit in transition.

Japan U17 – Technical Flair and Nerve

On the other side, Japan’s U17 team brings a different brand of football — technically sharp, intelligent in attack, and mentally strong. Their journey to this stage has showcased grit and composure, especially under pressure.

Knockout resilience: In the Round of 16, Japan held their nerve to beat North Korea U17 via a 5–4 penalty shootout following a 1–1 draw. This demonstrated their resilience and composure in tense moments. They made light work of South Africa in the round of 32, showing that they cant be underestimated.
Team identity: The Japanese Football Association emphasizes a possession-based style, encouraging players to be precise on the ball and creative in the final third.

What’s Next?

After the Austria vs Japan u17 quarter final clash, what lies ahead for each team?

For Austria: They advance to the semi finals where they will play Italy
For Japan: Unfortunately, this marks the end of the road for Japan but they will leave with their heads high after a strong showing.