The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed the details for the 15th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. The tournament will run from March 30 to April 19, 2025, featuring 16 nations competing for continental glory and a spot in the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Tournament Dates and Venues

The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 will take place across four stadiums. These are:

• El Bachir Stadium in Mohammedia
• Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca
• Berrechid Stadium, also in Casablanca
• El Abdi Stadium in El Jadida

Opening Fixtures and Group Stages

The tournament will officially kick off on Saturday, March 30, 2025, at the El Bachir Stadium with hosts Morocco facing East African champions Uganda. The following day, Tanzania will meet Southern African champions Zambia to close off the opening round of Group A fixtures.

Later on March 31, the action moves to Casablanca. At Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Burkina Faso, the bronze medalists from the previous edition, will play against two-time champions Cameroon. The same venue will host another thrilling encounter between 2015 runners-up South Africa and 1997 champions Egypt in a highly anticipated north versus south showdown.

Group C and D Fixtures: Senegal Defend Their Title

Group C and D fixtures are scheduled for Tuesday, April 1, 2025, with reigning champions Senegal set to headline the day’s action. Senegal will face The Gambia at the El Abdi Stadium at 14:00. Somalia, making their second appearance in the finals, will face Tunisia in the other Group C match.

In Group D, Mali, who finished fourth in the last edition, will meet debutants Angola. Meanwhile, former champions Côte d’Ivoire will aim for an opening victory against the Central African Republic.

Tournament’s Significance as a FIFA World Cup Qualifier

The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is not only a prestigious continental competition but also serves as a qualifier for the FIFA U-17 World Cup. Africa will be represented by 10 teams in the expanded World Cup, which will be held in Qatar later this year.

Conclusion

With top teams from across Africa set to battle it out for both continental glory and World Cup qualification, the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 promises to deliver exciting football and showcase the best young talent in African football. Fans can look forward to thrilling encounters and the emergence of future stars as the tournament unfolds.