# DPR Korea Withdraws: India’s World Cup Path

URL: https://technosports.co.in/dpr-korea-withdraws-indias-world-cup-path/  
Published: 2026-06-18  
Updated: 2026-06-18  
Author: Ankush Mallick

Shockwave in Jeddah! DPR Korea’s last-minute exit from the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 has completely shifted the Group D landscape.

With fewer matches, India’s road to the FIFA U-17 World Cup is now crystal clear. Coach Bibiano Fernandes is laser-focused: win, advance, and secure that historic spot. The stage is set for a high-stakes showdown against Australia and Uzbekistan.