As part of their ongoing preparations for the upcoming Africa U17 Cup of Nations (CAN), the Senegal national team secured a narrow victory over Tunisia in a friendly encounter held this Thursday at the Municipal Stadium of Hammam Lif. The young Lions, or “Lionceaux” as they are affectionately known, triumphed with a 1-0 scoreline, thanks to a decisive goal netted by Cheikh Omar Sy.
Following this successful outing, coach Lamine Sané’s squad is set to travel to Morocco to continue their intensive training regimen before the continental tournament officially kicks off. Senegal is scheduled to play their inaugural match on May 14 at 4 PM, where they will face South Africa.
The Senegalese side has been drawn into Group D for the competition, alongside formidable opponents: South Africa, Algeria, and Ghana.
Meanwhile, defending champions Morocco find themselves in Group A, sharing the stage with Tunisia, Egypt, and Ethiopia.
Group B features Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Lastly, Group C comprises Mali, Angola, Tanzania, and Mozambique.
The Africa U17 Cup of Nations is slated to take place from May 13 to June 2, 2026, with Morocco serving as the host nation.
Following this successful outing, coach Lamine Sané’s squad is set to travel to Morocco to continue their intensive training regimen before the continental tournament officially kicks off. Senegal is scheduled to play their inaugural match on May 14 at 4 PM, where they will face South Africa.
The Senegalese side has been drawn into Group D for the competition, alongside formidable opponents: South Africa, Algeria, and Ghana.
Meanwhile, defending champions Morocco find themselves in Group A, sharing the stage with Tunisia, Egypt, and Ethiopia.
Group B features Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Lastly, Group C comprises Mali, Angola, Tanzania, and Mozambique.
The Africa U17 Cup of Nations is slated to take place from May 13 to June 2, 2026, with Morocco serving as the host nation.