The second round of the Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (U17 AFCON) group stage continues this Friday, with four crucial matches on the schedule.
Group C: A battle for redemption and supremacy
Gambia and Somalia will meet in the opening match of the day, both aiming to bounce back from disappointing starts to their campaign.
With neither side securing a win in their first outing, victory will be essential to keep qualification hopes alive.
Meanwhile, the headline fixture in Group C will see Tunisia take on Senegal in a showdown that could determine the first team to advance to the knockout rounds.
With both nations securing victories in their opening matches, this clash will be a direct battle for group supremacy.
Group D: Survival at stake
In Group D, Angola faces a must-win scenario against Ivory Coast after suffering a defeat to Mali in their opening game.
The Ivorian side, led by the talented Haidara, will be looking to build on their strong start following their victory over the Central African Republic.
The Central African Republic, now in a precarious position, will take on Mali in the final fixture of the day.
With their tournament hopes hanging in the balance, they must secure a result against a Malian side brimming with confidence.
Friday’s Fixtures – 04 April 2025
- 14:00 GMT – Gambia vs. Somalia
- 17:00 GMT – Tunisia vs. Senegal
- 17:00 GMT – Angola vs. Ivory Coast
- 20:00 GMT – Central African Republic vs. Mali
With stakes high across all fixtures, Friday’s matches are set to be decisive in shaping the tournament’s next phase.
