The Benin U20 national team, known as the Guépardeaux, is set to face Adjidja FC in a friendly match on Wednesday, February 21, 2023. The match will unfold at the General Mathieu Kérékou Stadium in Cotonou, kicking off at 4 p.m. local time.
The friendly encounter against Adjidja FC serves as a crucial component of the team’s meticulous preparations for the continental tournament.
ince assembling for a rigorous training camp on Monday, February 12, under the guidance of U20 coach Mathias Déguénon, the 26 summoned players have been immersed in intensive training sessions, aiming to enhance their tactical prowess and overall cohesion.
The squad primarily consists of players from the local championship, with 21 out of the 26 selected athletes plying their trade domestically.
The friendly against Adjidja FC, a formidable opponent from the country’s premier division championship, provides an invaluable opportunity for Coach Déguénon to assess the squad’s progress and fine-tune their strategies.
Looking ahead to the African Games, the U20 Guépardeaux find themselves placed in Group A, alongside host country Ghana, Gambia, and Congo.
Despite the challenging competition within the group, Coach Déguénon expressed confidence in his team’s ability to aim for the pinnacle of the tournament.
“I believe that already through everything we have observed at the level of this last CAN, it is no longer a question of participating in a tournament just to participate,” stated Déguénon, emphasizing the team’s determination to make a significant impact.
As the U20 squad concludes its week-long training, the focus now shifts to the friendly clash against Adjidja FC, providing a real-time assessment of the team’s preparedness and fortitude.
The objective remains clear – to navigate the challenges of the upcoming African Games with determination and purpose, aiming to achieve success on the continental stage.
