The Senegalese U17 national team secured a narrow 1-0 victory in a friendly match against Tunisia on Thursday at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium. The winning goal was scored by Cheikh Omar Sy, providing a crucial boost ahead of the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Following the triumph, the “Lionceaux” (Lion Cubs) will travel to Morocco to continue their preparations. Their campaign kicks off on May 14 at 4:00 PM against South Africa in the group stage.
Senegal’s group stage opponents and schedule
The Senegalese side is placed in Group D, alongside South Africa, Algeria, and Ghana. Their fixtures are as follows:
- May 14, 16:00: Senegal vs South Africa
- May 17: Algeria vs Senegal
- May 20: Senegal vs Ghana
Tournament groups and venues
The 2026 U17 AFCON will be hosted by Morocco from May 13 to June 2. The competition is divided into four groups:
- Group A: Morocco (title holders), Tunisia, Egypt, Ethiopia
- Group B: Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Group C: Mali, Angola, Tanzania, Mozambique
- Group D: Senegal, South Africa, Algeria, Ghana
The defending champions, Morocco, will face Tunisia in their opening match, while Senegal begins their journey against South Africa. With a strong squad and recent momentum from their friendly win, the Senegalese team aims to make a significant impact in the tournament.
