Senegal U17 team beats Tunisia in final friendly before CAN U17

The Senegalese U17 national football team secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Tunisia in a friendly match played at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium, marking another step in their preparation for the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN U17). The lone goal of the game was scored by Cheikh Omar Sy, providing the Lionceaux with a morale boost ahead of their continental challenge.

Following this decisive win, the Senegalese side will now travel to Morocco to continue their training camp before the tournament kicks off. Their first match is scheduled for May 14 at 4:00 PM local time, where they will face South Africa in Group D action.

Tournament structure and key matchups

The 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations, set to take place in Morocco from May 13 to June 2, will feature 16 teams divided into four groups. Below is the breakdown of the competition’s group stage:

• Group A: Morocco (title holders), Tunisia, Egypt, Ethiopia
• Group B: Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Group C: Mali, Angola, Tanzania, Mozambique
• Group D: Senegal, South Africa, Algeria, Ghana

The Senegalese squad, under the guidance of head coach Lamine Sané, will be aiming to make a strong impression in Group D. Their journey begins with a clash against South Africa, followed by matches against Algeria and Ghana. With a talented young squad and tactical preparation underway, the Lionceaux are poised to compete for top honors in the prestigious tournament.

As the countdown to the tournament continues, Senegal’s U17 team remains focused on fine-tuning their performance and building momentum heading into the competition.