UFOA A U17: Senegal face Guinea as semi-final places and Africa Cup of Nations spot go on the line

The UFOA A U17 tournament reaches its decisive stage on Thursday, with Senegal taking on Guinea and Liberia meeting Gambia in the semi-finals at Stade Lat-Dior de Thies.

The four remaining teams are competing not only for a place in the final but also for a valuable qualification place at the next Africa Cup of Nations for the age group.

Hosts and defending champions Senegal face Guinea in the first semi-final, which kicks off at 16:00 GMT. The match is expected to be one of the tournament’s most anticipated West African contests.

The second finalist will be decided in the evening meeting between Liberia and Gambia, scheduled for 19:00 GMT.

UFOA A U17 semi-finals

16:00 GMT: Senegal v Guinea

19:00 GMT: Liberia v Gambia