Senegal face Uganda on Thursday for a place in the U17 World Cup round of 16, with the Young Lions eager to extend their strong run at the tournament.
Pape Ibrahima Faye’s squad enter the Round of 32 in Doha with confidence after a controlled group campaign.
The Senegalese side record two victories and a draw, strike six goals, and maintain a perfect defensive line without conceding.
Their sharp form secures top spot in Group C and strengthens belief inside the camp.
Bakary Sonko leads the charge in attack and lifts spirits further with his hat trick in their most recent outing, a performance that highlights Senegal’s efficiency and rhythm.
Uganda reach the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams and approach the match with determination.
The Ugandan players rely on their trademark physical intensity and look to disrupt Senegal’s fluid movement.
They understand the scale of the challenge yet treat the occasion as a chance to redefine expectations and push deeper into the tournament.
The Young Lions aim to continue their upward trajectory and book a place in the last 16.
Faye calls for discipline, control, and ambition as Senegal look to sustain the momentum that carried them through the group phase.
A win moves the team closer to their World Cup objectives and reinforces their belief in a long campaign.
The fixture kicks off at 12:30 GMT on pitch 7 of the Aspire Zone complex, where both sides intend to set the tone early and fight for progression.
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