Angola has announced its final squad for the upcoming Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with 23 players selected to represent the country at the continental tournament.
The squad, known as the “Palanquinhas,” features a blend of homegrown talent and players based abroad, showcasing the depth of Angola’s youth football.
The roster includes representatives from top local clubs such as Petro de Luanda and 1º de Agosto, as well as European teams like Famalicão, Vitória FC, Real Massama, Rio Ave, and Belenenses. Additionally, Houston Dynamo FC in the United States has contributed one player to the team.
Full Squad Announcement
Goalkeepers:
- Gelson Joaquim Dala “Gelson” (Petro de Luanda)
- Luís Miguel CA Alberto “Luís” (Vitória FC)
- Rodrigues Antunes “Tremoço” (Oriental de Lisboa)
Defenders:
- Ivan A. Dos Santos Manuel “Ivan” (Naional de Benguela)
- José Jorge Cabral “Galinha” (Petro de Luanda)
- Josemar JT Vicente “Josemar” (Petro de Luanda)
- Lourenço Didissa “Lourenço” (Petro de Luanda)
- Marcos M. Raimundo “Marquito” (AFA)
- Paulo HD Luvumbo “Hugo” (GD Interclube)
Midfielders:
- Athos FV de Sousa “Athos” (Famalicão)
- Delfim B. Luwawu “Lucas” (AFA)
- Denzel LM Liyum “Denzel” (Real Massama)
- Flávio dos Santos F. “Flávio” (Rio Ave)
- Jayden P. Medonnell “Puna” (Houston Dynamo FC)
- Jairo AB Muanha “Jairo” (AFA)
- João D. Capitão “Manelson” (AFA)
- Omar JG de Oliveira “Omar” (AFA)
Forwards:
- Ayase LM Miguel “Ayase” (Belenenses)
- Edilásio Domingos “Edilásio” (Petro de Luanda)
- Eliseu S. Francisco “Eliseu” (1º de Agosto)
- José Baaptista “Kalanguinha” (Petro de Luanda)
- Luís P. Augusto “Rasgado” (Rio Ave)
- Sandro Fernando “Ginima” (1º de Agosto)
Ambitions for the Tournament
Head coach Domingos da Silva “Mitó” will lead the squad as Angola aims to make a strong impression at the tournament.
With a combination of domestic and overseas-based talent, the Palanquinhas will be eager to showcase their potential on the continental stage and compete for top honors.
The Under-17 AFCON presents a significant opportunity for Angola’s young footballers to gain valuable experience while representing their country with pride.
