Local football fans are celebrating the draw for FIFA's under-20 World Cup.

Dunedin has secured matches between top international teams for the tournament in May and June.

The city will host Group D, which pits Mexico against 2013 runner-up Uruguay.

Serbia will also play at Forsyth Barr Stadium, as well as a yet-to-be-decided African team.

And a Group C match between Portugal and Colombia will also be played at the Stadium.

Mayor Dave Cull is among those thrilled with the draw, saying he hopes it will spark football fever in the city.

FIFA officials are due to visit Dunedin tomorrow.