- CAF U-17 AFCON 2025: Tournament Overview & Why It Matters.
- Morocco’s Host Cities & Stadiums Set for Thrilling U-17 AFCON Action.
- Key Fixtures, Matchups & Road to the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the schedule, venues, and match timings for the highly anticipated TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, set to take place in Morocco from March 30 to April 19, 2025.
This 15th edition of the tournament will feature 16 teams competing for the coveted title.
Tournament Overview
The U-17 Africa Cup of Nations serves as a platform for young African talents to showcase their skills on an international stage.
This year’s tournament is particularly significant as it also acts as a qualifier for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, with Africa being represented by 10 teams in the expanded global competition.
Host Cities and Venues
Four stadiums across three Moroccan cities have been selected to host the matches:
El Bachir Stadium in Mohammedia
Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca
Berrechid Stadium in Casablanca
El Abdi Stadium in El Jadida
These venues are set to provide a vibrant atmosphere for both players and fans alike.
Key Fixtures and Matchups
The tournament kicks off on March 30 at the El Bachir Stadium, with host nation Morocco facing Uganda, the reigning East African champions.
The following day, Group A action continues as Tanzania takes on Zambia, champions of Southern Africa.
In Group B, Burkina Faso, who secured third place in the last tournament, will compete against two-time champions Cameroon.
Additionally, South Africa, the 2015 runners-up, will face Egypt, the 1997 champions, in a thrilling North vs. South encounter.
Also Read: CAF World Cup Qualifiers: Exciting Matches Set to Shape Africa’s Path to 2026
Group C and D Fixtures
On April 1, defending champions Senegal will begin their campaign against The Gambia at the El Abdi Stadium.
Somalia, making their second appearance at the finals, will face Tunisia.
In Group D, Mali, who finished fourth in the last edition, will take on tournament debutants Angola, while former champions Côte d’Ivoire will play against the Central African Republic.
Path to the FIFA U-17 World Cup
This edition of the U-17 AFCON also serves as a qualification pathway for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, scheduled to be held in Qatar later this year.
With the tournament’s expansion, Africa will be represented by 10 teams, providing more opportunities for young talents to shine on the global stage.
The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 promises to be an exciting showcase of emerging football talent, with teams eager to make their mark both continentally and globally.
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