2017 FIFA Confederations Cup
A summary of the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup in Russia: participants, format, venues, outcome and its role as the final edition and World Cup rehearsal.
Overview
The 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup was an international association football tournament held in Russia from 17 June to 2 July 2017. It was the tenth edition of the competition and the last to be staged. Organized by FIFA as a short tournament for continental champions and the World Cup holder, it also served as a preparatory event ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The competition is known in Russia as the Russian name and is documented on the official tournament page.
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Format and participants
Eight teams took part, divided into two groups of four for a group stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to single-match semi-finals and then to the final or third-place play-off. The field combined the host nation, continental champions and the reigning World Cup winner. The participants were:
- Russia (hosts)
- Germany (2014 FIFA World Cup winners)
- Australia (AFC champions)
- Chile (CONMEBOL champions)
- Mexico (CONCACAF champions)
- New Zealand (OFC champions)
- Portugal (UEFA champions)
- Cameroon (CAF champions)
Venues and logistics
Matches were staged in several Russian host cities selected to preview the facilities and operations planned for the 2018 World Cup. The tournament tested stadium readiness, transport links, volunteer programs and security arrangements, giving both local organizers and FIFA a practical rehearsal for the larger global event that followed the next year. The choice of venues and scheduling reflected the dual role of the Confederations Cup as a competition and a preparatory exercise for the host country, Russia.
Results and significance
Germany won the tournament, defeating Chile 1–0 in the final. The Confederations Cup offered national teams a competitive environment against champions from other confederations and an opportunity to trial tactics, player selection and squad rotation ahead of major tournaments. For the host nation, it provided experience hosting international fans and managing match-day operations on a world stage.
Legacy and notable facts
The 2017 edition is notable for being the final FIFA Confederations Cup. FIFA later reorganized its international calendar and competitions, and the Confederations Cup was discontinued. The event remains an example of how FIFA used a compact, high-profile tournament both to reward continental winners and to help a future World Cup host prepare for a larger event. Further details and historical context are available via the competition pages and related federations on the official tournament page and country-specific resources such as Germany, Chile and Portugal.
For broader background on the Confederations Cup concept and its relation to other international tournaments, consult materials on the FIFA World Cup framework and confederation championships. Additional national federation resources include pages for Mexico, New Zealand and Cameroon.
Questions and answers
Q: What was the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup?
A: The 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup was the 10th and final FIFA Confederations Cup tournament. It took place from 17 June to 2 July, and was hosted in Russia.
Q: How many teams participated in the tournament?
A: Eight teams participated in the tournament - Russia (hosts), Germany, Australia, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal and Cameroon.
Q: How did these teams qualify for the tournament?
A: All of the teams qualified because they either won the FIFA World Cup or their regional championship.
Q: When did this tournament take place?
A: This tournament took place from 17 June to 2 July.
Q: Where was this tournament held?
A: This tournament was held in Russia.
Q: Who were some of the participating teams?
A: Some of the participating teams were Russia (hosts), Germany, Australia, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal and Cameroon.
Q: What is a regional championship?
A: A regional championship is a competition between countries within a certain region or area that determines which team will represent that region at an international level.
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AlegsaOnline.com 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup Leandro Alegsa
URL: https://en.alegsaonline.com/art/112596
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