Glentoran has announcd that highly rated young goalkeeper Milo Beimers has been called up to represent Canada men’s national under-17 team at the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025 in Qatar this November.

The 17-year-old Academy graduate will join up with the Canadian squad this week ahead of a pre-tournament training camp in Dubai, before competing on the world stage against some of the biggest footballing nations.

Running from 3–27 November, the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025bwill see Canada compete in Group K alongside France, Chile and Uganda, with their campaign kicking off in Al Rayyan on 5 November.

A graduate of the Glentoran Academy, Milo has progressed rapidly through the ranks at The BetMcLean Oval and has spent the past year training regularly with the first-team squad under the guidance of Irish League legend and Glens goalkeeping coach Elliott Morris.

His development has been rewarded this season with a place on the first-team bench for Sports Direct Premiership fixtures against Dungannon Swifts and Ballymena United, as well as the County Antrim Shield tie against Carrick Rangers.

Declan Devine, First Team Manager at Glentoran, said: “To be called up to a World Cup at just 17 years of age is a remarkable achievement and a hugely proud moment for Milo, his family and everyone at Glentoran Football Club. Milo is an outstanding young goalkeeper who has trained with the first team throughout the season and embraced that environment with real maturity and professionalism.

“He’s learning every single day from Elliott and has earned the respect of the entire dressing room through his attitude, his work ethic and the way he applies himself. I’ve no doubt he’ll represent both Canada and our Club with immense pride and distinction.”

Michael Jackson, Academy Manager at Glentoran, added: “This is a fantastic achievement for Milo and everyone at Glentoran is immensely proud of him. His dedication, attitude and work ethic have been outstanding. He’s been part of our Academy for a number of years and has consistently demonstrated the qualities required to perform at the highest level.

“Representing your country at a World Cup is an incredible honour and Milo fully deserves this opportunity. He will not only be a brilliant ambassador for Glentoran, but also for the Irish League as a whole. This is a special moment for him and a chance to showcase his talent on the world stage.”