The Sénégal U17 national team secured a victory this Thursday during a friendly encounter against Tunisie. The young Lionceaux, led by coach Lamine Sané, finished the match with a 1-0 win at the Stade municipal de Hammam Lif, marking a key step in their training for the CAN U17 Maroc 2026.
Tactical setup and starting lineup
For this preparation match, the Sénégalese manager chose Assane Sarr to start in goal while wearing the captain’s armband. The Ndangane FC goalkeeper, a former winner of the UFOA A U17, was protected by a defensive unit consisting of Cheikh Dieng, Cheikh Thior, Abdourahmane Dièye, and Thierno Sow. In the middle of the park, Mahamet Ba, Sébastien Nogueira, and Ibrahima Sow were tasked with controlling the tempo, while the offensive duties were handled by Sega Fall Mbodji, Magueye Niang, and Cheikh Omar Sy.
A morale-boosting victory before the tournament
Through a disciplined defensive performance and clinical execution, the Lionceaux managed to find the breakthrough. The decisive goal was scored by Cheikh Omar Sy, providing the team with a vital win before the start of the continental championship. This result allows the squad to build momentum and confidence just days before their official debut in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Competitors in Group D, Lamine Sané’s players are scheduled to begin their tournament journey on May 14. They will face South Africa at 4:00 PM in Maroc.
