UFOA A U20: kick-off this Thursday in Bamako

The UFOA A tournament serving as a qualifier for the 2027 Ghana U20 Africa Cup of Nations gets underway this Thursday in Bamako, Mali. Kick-off is scheduled for 16:00 GMT at the Mamadou Konaté Stadium.

Mali open proceedings against Guinea

Mali begin their tournament in front of their home fans. The Aiglons face Guinea in Group A in their opening match. Both teams approach this first game with the ambition of making a strong start and sending out a strong signal.

Liberia vs Gambia to round off the day

The second Group A match will see Liberia take on Gambia at 19:00 GMT on the same pitch. The defending champions enter the competition on Friday.

Senegal will face Mauritania in Group B as they begin their title defense. The competition will be held from October 15 to 30, 2026, and will determine Senegal's successor, after Senegal were crowned champions in 2024 in Sierra Leone. It primarily serves as a qualifying tournament for the 2027 Ghana U20 Africa Cup of Nations. The two finalists qualify.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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