The Black Starlets made a blistering start in Rabat but were forced to withstand a fierce Algerian comeback in a dramatic U-17 encounter that ended with nerves stretched on both benches. Ghana needed only three minutes to announce themselves when Yao Gavi Robinho fired the Black Starlets into the lead after a bright opening spell. The early breakthrough handed…
South Africa’s U-17 side, Amajimbos, produced a spirited comeback performance to defeat Senegal’s Young Lions of Teranga 2-1 in an entertaining Group D opener at the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations. Senegal struck first and looked set to control the contest after taking an early lead through Ibrahima Sory Sow, who finished calmly to hand the West…
Ghana and Algeria have officially unveiled their starting lineups ahead of their crucial CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations encounter in Morocco. The Black Starlets will be led by captain Mujahid Osman, with Solomon Kesse starting in goal for the West Africans. Ghana’s lineup also features Michael Nyantakyi, Isaac Barfo, Eric Gyamfi and forward Mark Aboagye as they look…
Ghana’s U-17 side produced a commanding first-half display to take a deserved 2-0 lead against Algeria in Rabat, with the Black Starlets controlling proceedings from the opening whistle to the halftime break. The West Africans wasted no time stamping their authority on the game as Yao Gavi Robinho struck inside three minutes to hand Ghana an early advantage. The…
Mali and Angola finished their Group C clash at the AFCON U17 with a goalless draw after a very tactical and balanced encounter. Both teams entered the match with caution and focused heavily on defensive organization from the opening minutes. Although attacking intentions appeared on both sides, clear opportunities remained very limited throughout the first half. Mali enjoyed longer…
Mali and Angola remain tied at 0-0 at halftime in their Group C clash at the AFCON U17. The opening forty-five minutes produced a very balanced contest, but neither side managed to create many clear scoring opportunities despite several attacking attempts from both teams. The tempo struggled to rise throughout the first half, with long periods of cautious play…
Group D of the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations kicks into action today with a heavyweight clash between South Africa U17 and Senegal U17 in Morocco. Senegal heads into the contest as one of the tournament favourites, boasting a strong pedigree in youth football and a reputation for producing technically gifted players. The West Africans will…
The Moroccan national team has confirmed a three-game friendly schedule as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Atlas Lions will aim to build on their historic run at the last edition of the tournament. According to the Moroccan Football Federation, the North Africans will begin their pre-World Cup programme with a closed-door encounter against…
Scientists from the World Weather Attribution (WWA) have raised concerns about the extreme weather conditions expected during World Cup 2026 in North America. In a report published this Thursday, researchers warned that 26 of the tournament’s 104 matches could take place under dangerous heat conditions due to the impact of climate change. Several fixtures played in open-air stadiums already…
Hosts and defending champions, Morocco begin their campaign against North African rivals Tunisia in the opening match of Group A at the CAF TotalEnergiesAFCONU17, with both sides unveiling strong starting line-ups for the tournament curtain-raiser. Here is how both teams line up Morocco Starting XI EL MAACH, TAHRI, SOUDI, ZINBI, BENTALEB, EL AOUD (C), IBN SALAH, HADIDI, ELLAKY, RABBAJ,…
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