Sweden U17 capped a perfect qualifying campaign by winning a thrilling eight-goal encounter against England U17, 5-3, on November 3, 2025. The match was a spectacular advert for youth football, with both teams throwing caution to the wind in a game that had pride and seeding at stake. England, already eliminated, played with freedom and attacked relentlessly, contributing to a back-and-forth classic. However, Sweden's attacking prowess was ultimately superior, as they consistently found answers to England's goals, showcasing clinical finishing and creative flair. The 5-3 victory confirms Sweden's status as group winners with a 100% record, marking them as a team to watch in the next round. For England, the high-scoring defeat is a bitter end to a disastrous qualifying campaign that failed to meet expectations.