UFOA B U-17: Niger eliminate Nigeria and reach the semi-finals

Niger’s U-17 Mena cause an upset in Ouagadougou

Africa Today at 06:44

Add Foot Africa on Google

UFOA B U-17: Niger eliminate Nigeria and reach the semi-finals

Niger have reached the semi-finals of the UFOA B tournament qualifying for the next edition of the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations. The U-17 Mena defeated Nigeria 2-1 on Tuesday at the 4 August Stadium.

Zada puts Mena ahead and Cidiko extends the lead

In a match dominated by Niger, Abdoul Razak Zada opened the scoring in the 19th minute, reflecting Niger’s superiority. In the second half, Nigeria returned with better intentions and enjoyed possession but could not find a way through to goal. Instead, it was the Nigerien youngsters who punished their opponents. After receiving a ball in behind, Sofiane Cidiko, who had come on as a substitute, extended the lead by scoring the second goal in the 87th minute.

🔥🏆 FULL-TIME | GROUP B - MATCHDAY 2 A spirited display from Niger's young talents, who secure a vital win against Nigeria and boost their hopes of qualifying for the U-17 AFCON Burkina Faso 2026. ✅ 3 key points for Niger in the race to qualify for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Burkina Faso. #NigerNigeria #WAFUBU17 #CANU17 #AFCONU17 #RoadToBurkina2026 #Matchday2 #YouthFootball ⚽🏆🇳🇪 🔥🏆 FIN DU MATCH | GROUPE B - JOURNÉE 2 💪 Les jeunes Mena ont du caractère ! Après une bataille intense, le Niger décroche une précieuse victoire face au Nigeria dans l'unique affiche de cette 2e journée du Groupe B. ✅ 3 points importants pour le Niger dans la course à la qualification pour la CAN U-17 Burkina Faso 2026. #NigerNigeria #WAFUBU17 #CANU17 #AFCONU17 #RoadToBurkina2026 #Matchday2 #YouthFootball ⚽🏆🇳🇪
— CAF ZONE OUEST B (@CafZoneOuestB) October 14, 2026

Early final between Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria

Nigeria reduced the deficit in the 95th minute with a powerful shot under the crossbar from Mubarak Fasiou, but the final whistle was blown just a few seconds later. After the U-17 Mena drew 1-1 with Côte d’Ivoire in the opening round, they eliminated one of the region’s giants and secured their place in the semi-finals.

The final Group B match will bring together Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria. It will be an early final, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals.

📊🔥 GROUP B | STANDINGS AFTER MD2 The race is wide open! 👀 🇳🇪 Niger secures a crucial 2-1 win over Nigeria and shakes up the battle for qualification. ✅ Check out the updated Group B standings after Matchday 2! 📊🔥 GROUPE B | CLASSEMENT APRÈS LA J2 Le suspense est total ! 👀 🇳🇪 Le Niger frappe un grand coup en s'imposant 2-1 face au Nigeria et rebat les cartes dans la course à la qualification. ✅ Découvrez le classement actualisé du Groupe B à l'issue de cette 2ᵉ journée ! #WAFUBU17 #RoadToBurkina2026 #GroupB #Niger #Nigeria #CAFU17 #YouthFootball #MD2 ⚽🏆🔥
— CAF ZONE OUEST B (@CafZoneOuestB) October 14, 2026