Ukraine's U-19 Squad Learns Their Opponents for Euro 2027 Qualifying

Ukraine U-19 in the 2027 European Championship Qualifiers

According to Главком: Ukraine's under-19 football team now knows who they will face in the second round of qualifying for the 2027 European Championship. They have been placed in Group A6, where they will compete against Italy, Israel, and Romania. The lineup for this stage was determined based on results from the first round, with matches scheduled for the fall of 2026-either between September 21 and October 6, or from November 9 to 17.

Dmytro Mykhailenko is the head coach of the Ukrainian U-19 side. A total of 28 teams will take part in League A, divided into seven groups of four. The top three teams from each group will keep their place in League A heading into the third stage, set for spring 2027. The draw for the Q3 round will be held on December 10, and all second-round matches must be completed by November 17 at the latest.

2026 European Championship

In addition to these qualifiers, Ukraine's U-19 team will also compete in the 2026 European Championship. That tournament will feature eight teams split into two groups of four. Ukraine has been drawn into Group B alongside Croatia, Serbia, and Italy. The 2026 European Championship will take place in Wales from June 28 to July 11. This competition also serves as UEFA's qualifier for the 2027 U-20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.

Ukraine U-19's opponents at Euro 2026:

• Group A: Wales (host nation), Denmark, Germany, Spain.
• Group B: Croatia, Serbia, Italy, Ukraine.

These tournaments offer a platform for Ukraine's young talents to develop and gain valuable international experience. Competing at the European level not only allows the squad to showcase their abilities but also helps build team cohesion and resilience. Preparation will be key, especially since the second-round qualifiers for Euro 2027 take place a year after Euro 2026, adding extra pressure on the team to perform consistently.

While the U-19 squad gears up for their upcoming matches in the Euro 2027 qualifiers, it's worth noting the recent challenges faced by Ukraine's U-17 team. Their unexpected defeat to Latvia has dashed hopes for the Euro 2026 tournament. To understand the implications of this loss and how it affects the future of Ukrainian youth football, read more about the U-17 team's situation here.