WAFU B U17: Burkina Faso and Ghana battle for Group A leadership

Group A of the WAFU B U17 tournament, which serves as a qualifier for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco concludes this Friday. Ghana, already qualified, take on Burkina Faso, who are playing for qualification and can finish top with a victory. The clash kicks off at 16:00 GMT at Stade du 04 aout Ouagadougou.

Ghana already qualified

Ghana have already qualified for the semi-finals. After two 1-0 and 3-1 victories over Togo and Benin respectively, the Black Starlets secured their place ahead of the final matchday. Their objective is now to retain top spot in the group ahead of Burkina Faso.

The Stallions cannot afford a mistake

Second in the group with 4 points, the U17 Stallions must at least draw to qualify directly, regardless of the score between Benin and Togo. Mamadou Zongo's boys, known as Bébeto, can snatch first place with a win.

That is the objective outlined by the coach at the press conference. After being held to a 0-0 draw by Benin, the Burkinabè bounced back by beating Togo 1-0.

Where to watch live?

Kick-off for Burkina Faso vs Ghana is scheduled for 16:00 GMT on the pitch of at Stade du 04 aout Ouagadougou. in Ouagadougou. The match will be broadcast live on the CAF ZONE OUEST B YouTube channel.

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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Burkina Faso U17

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CAF U17 Cup of Nations