Australia qualified for the 2005 FIFA Under 17 World Championships in Peru earlier this year defeating Vanuatu 1-0 in a closely fought contest in Noumea, New Caledonia.

Follow the build-up to the pinnacle of Under 17 football on the official homepage of the tournament here 2005 FIFA Under 17 World Championships

Or check out the FIFA article here Big-hitting Australia made to fight in the end

Update – 17 July 2005 Australia U17’s dealt tough draw for 2005 FIFA U17 World Championship

Update – 21 July 2005 Australia U17’s squad to compete in Four Nations Tournament in World Championship preparation

Update – 26 August 2005 Joeys squad named for World Championships

Update – 8 September 2005 Patafta named captain of Joeys