Where are the U-17 World Champions now?

The transfer of center-back Mauro Furtado from Benfica to Spanish side Girona once again shines a spotlight on the golden generation that saw Portugal crowned U-17 World Champions in November 2025, following a memorable 1-0 victory over Austria in the grand final.

Less than a year after that historic triumph, the young defender's departure from Seixal to La Liga provides an opportunity to take a detailed look at the careers of the other national heroes. From their breakthroughs into senior teams to transfers to top European clubs, the photo gallery above illustrates the current status and future prospects of the prodigies who put Portugal on top of the world.