Young football prodigy Riley Khan has received official selection to Bermuda’s Under-17 women’s national squad, marking a significant milestone in her developing career. The talented athlete will represent her nation in the upcoming CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers, where Bermuda faces challenging Group B opponents including Panama, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Suriname, and Bonaire.
The qualifying matches, scheduled from January 24 to February 2, will be hosted at Bermuda’s prestigious Flora Duffy Stadium. These tournaments serve as the initial competitive stage toward securing a berth in the next FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup, offering young athletes like Khan an international platform to showcase their skills.
Khan’s football development has been accelerated through her enrollment at the Benfica Residential Academy in Tampa, Florida, where she joined in March. The academy operates from the advanced facilities of Saint Leo University, providing elite training programs combined with academic excellence for students in grades 9-12.
The academy publicly celebrated Khan’s achievement through their social media channels, stating: “Our very own Riley Khan has been called into the Bermuda national team to play the 2026 CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers.” This recognition highlights both Khan’s individual talent and the academy’s success in developing competitive athletes capable of performing at international levels.