Senegal to face Morocco in high-profile friendlies ahead of U17 World Cup tournament

Senegal will lock horns with Morocco in a high-profile friendly matches ahead of the U17 World Cup tournament to be staged in Qatar.

As part of preparations for the much-anticipate tournament, both teams are expected to engage themselves in two friendly matches.

Senegal will first take on Morocco on Thursday, October 9 before the return clash on Sunday, October 12, 2025 as both teams gear up for the crucial tournament next month.

The upcoming World Cup tournament has been scheduled to kick start on November 3^rd to 27^th in the Asian country, with both countries aiming to succeed at the tournament.

For Senegal, these are preparation training matches behind closed doors, under the leadership of U17 coach Pape Ibrahima Faye, who has been regrouping for several weeks to prepare for the upcoming FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar.

Meanwhile, Morocco, who are the reigning champions are hoping to deliver at the much-anticipated tournament set to begin in November.