Africa Cup of Nations U17: It's D-Day!

AFCON 30 March 2025 at 09:32

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Africa Cup of Nations U17: It's D-Day!

The Africa Cup of Nations, CAN U17, kicks off this Sunday, March 31 at 10 PM GMT, with a promising match-up between host nation Morocco and Uganda. An evening set to be full of emotions for the tournament's opening.

The future of African football is here! ✨ #TotalEnergiesAFCONU17. The journey begins. 🤩 pic.twitter.com/5PwNIHebup
— CAF_Online (@CAF_Online) March 28, 2025

Morocco vs Uganda: first test for the Atlas Cubs

Morocco, the unfortunate finalist in the last edition against Senegal, enters this competition with a clear goal: to win the trophy at home.

The Atlas Cubs, spurred on by their fans, will need to show their strength right from their first match against an ambitious Ugandan team.

The Africa Cup of Nations U17 kicks off Sunday in Morocco with the participation of 16 teams. The host country will face Uganda at 10 PM GMT at El Bachir Stadium in Mohammedia. Burkina Faso will play against Cameroon on Monday. The title holders, Senegal, will be up against... pic.twitter.com/XsorU6x1gC
— TRT Afrika Français (@trtafrikaFR) March 30, 2025

El Bachir Stadium in Mohammedia, located on the outskirts of Casablanca, will host this inaugural match. The atmosphere promises to be electric to support the young African talents.

A talent to watch: Ibrahim Rabbaj

Among the players to watch, the name Ibrahim Rabbaj is frequently mentioned. The Moroccan prodigy from Chelsea, who had a stunning season with 52 goals and 60 assists in 40 matches, symbolizes the hope and ambition of an entire nation. His presence on the field already raises great expectations.

📸🤝| The president of the FRMF, Fouzi Lekjaa, greets Ibrahim Rabbaj, the young Chelsea prodigy nicknamed "the Messi of Chelsea" by the English. This promising talent has decided to turn his back on England 🏴 to represent Morocco 🇲🇦✅ and is currently participating in this CAN U17. pic.twitter.com/4XXPBGy3BP
— LeSiteInfo (@LeSiteInfoFR) March 30, 2025

Uganda, on the other hand, hopes to spring a surprise against the host nation. Backed by a talented generation, the Ugandan team is determined to defy the odds.

Let the show begin!

>> CAN U17: the complete schedule

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