Burkina Faso and Cameroon will go head-to-head on Monday in their opening fixture of the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The Group B encounter at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, promises to set the tone for both teams’ campaigns.
Where to watch the match
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:00 local time (GMT) and Burkina Faso time, while fans in Cameroon can tune in at 18:00.
The match will be available for viewers in France at 19:00.
Fans can follow the action live on Cameroon’s national broadcaster CRTV, while international audiences can stream the game on CAF’s official YouTube channel, CAF TV, and the FIFA+ platform.
In select regions, Canal+ will also provide coverage.
Match preview and analysis
A strong start is crucial for both teams as they seek to assert dominance in Group B.
A victory would provide a significant morale boost and early control of the group, ahead of the South Africa vs. Egypt fixture later in the evening.
Burkina Faso arrives at the tournament in high spirits following a promising warm-up campaign, which included an encouraging 2-1 victory over Morocco’s U16 side.
Meanwhile, Cameroon heads into the competition with impressive form from the Central African qualifiers, where they dominated their opponents, notably securing a resounding 9-0 victory over the Central African Republic in February.
Given their recent performances, Cameroon appears to hold the upper hand.
A defeat for the Indomitable Lion Cubs would be considered a setback, given their strong qualifying run and expectations heading into the tournament.
However, Burkina Faso has shown resilience and could spring a surprise in their bid to advance past the group stage.
With both sides determined to start their U17 AFCON journey on a positive note, the match promises to deliver a competitive and closely contested battle on Moroccan soil.
