Surprise Group A leaders Sierra Leone will look to seal a historic quarter-final spot when they face Tanzania in their third group match at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
The young Leone Stars have been the tournament’s revelation so far, sitting atop the group with four points from two games. Their stunning 4-1 victory over Egypt has injected real belief into the squad, who are now just one win away from advancing to the knockout stage for the first time.
Tanzania, however, remain very much in the race despite their opening 1-0 loss to South Africa. With only one game played, the Serengeti Boys know that a win over Sierra Leone would significantly boost their hopes of progression, especially with the tournament format allowing third-placed teams a possible route to the next round.
This clash promises to be a battle of ambition and resilience. Sierra Leone will aim to ride their momentum, while Tanzania must respond with urgency to avoid early elimination. Expect a fiercely contested encounter as both teams fight for a place in the last eight.
