The TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations 2023 has reached its climax, with a highly anticipated final. The match between Senegal and Morocco is set to take place at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Algiers, Algeria. Both teams have shown exceptional performances throughout the tournament, and the final promises to be a thrilling spectacle. The match will kick-off at 22:00 local time (21:00 GMT) and will be broadcasted live on various CAF TV partners, including beIN Sport, SuperSport, Canal+, and StarTimes. The final will also be available on 30 Free-to-Air TV stations in Africa and on CAFTV (YouTube) for territories that do not have a TV partner.
The TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations 2023 has been a resounding success, attracting top scouts from leading African and European football clubs. CAF and the Local Organising Committee have been working tirelessly to ensure the final is a spectacular event. In addition to the highly anticipated match, a pre-event music and entertainment performance featuring renowned artists in Algeria, such as Freeklane and Cheb Bilal, is being prepared.
Tickets for this thrilling encounter can be purchased on the TADKIRATI platform and in all approved distribution points. Senegal dominated Group A, recording victories over Congo (1-0), Algeria (3-0), and Somalia (3-0). The Lion Cubs of Teranga then went on to knock-out South Africa (5-0) in the quarterfinals before facing Burkina Faso (1-1) in the semi-finals. The match was decided by a penalty shootout in Senegal’s favor (5-4), ensuring their place in the final.
Morocco also had an impressive run in the tournament. They finished at the top of their group, beating Nigeria with a 1-0 victory, as well as South Africa (2-0) and Zambia (2-1). In the quarterfinals, they knocked out hosts Algeria with a convincing 3-0 win. In the semi-finals, they were held to a goalless draw against Mali and required a nerve-wracking penalty shootout to secure their place in the final with a 6-5 win.
Football fans across Africa and beyond can’t wait to witness the final showdown between these two exceptional teams. The match promises to be a fascinating encounter, with both teams giving it their all to lift the trophy. This tournament has showcased the immense talent and potential of African football. The future of African football is bright, and the U17 Africa Cup of Nations has undoubtedly been an extraordinary platform to showcase it.
