The highly anticipated UFOA B U17 tournament is on the horizon, with Ghana gearing up to host a thrilling display of youth football talent. As the seven participating teams hone their skills, organizers have unveiled the competition schedule, offering fans a glimpse into the action-packed lineup of matches set to unfold.
Scheduled to commence on May 15, 2024, in the vibrant Ghanaian capital, Accra, the tournament will kick off with the host nation, Ghana’s Black Starlets, taking on Ivory Coast in the opening match at 4 p.m. GMT.
Meanwhile, the Benin U17 selection, known as Guépards, will enjoy a well-deserved rest as Group A comprises only three teams.
Group B promises an equally exciting start, with two captivating matches slated for the opening day on May 16, 2024. Burkina Faso and Nigeria will clash first at 3 p.m. GMT, followed by a showdown between Togo and Niger at 5 p.m. GMT.
Notably, all matches in the initial round of the competition will be held at the University Stadium, with the exception of the Nigeria versus Togo encounter, which is scheduled for the third matchday at the Accra Grand Stadium.
The group stage fixtures for the UFOA B U17 Cup offer a diverse array of matchups, providing fans with an enticing blend of footballing talent and competitive spirit.
From intense rivalries to emerging stars, each match promises to deliver exhilarating moments and captivating performances.
The full schedule for the group stage of the UFOA B U17 Cup is as follows:
May 15, 2024
- 4 p.m. GMT: Ghana vs Ivory Coast (University Stadium)
May 16, 2024
- 3 p.m. GMT: Burkina Faso vs Nigeria (University Stadium)
- 5 p.m. GMT: Togo vs Niger (University Stadium)
May 18, 2024
- 3 p.m. GMT: Ivory Coast vs Benin (University Stadium)
May 19, 2024
- 3 p.m. GMT: Togo vs Burkina Faso (University Stadium)
- 5 p.m. GMT: Nigeria vs Niger (University Stadium)
May 21, 2024
- 4 p.m. GMT: Benin vs Ghana (University Stadium)
May 22, 2024
- 3 p.m. GMT: Niger vs Burkina Faso (University Stadium)
- 3 p.m. GMT: Nigeria vs Togo (Accra Stadium)
Football enthusiasts across the region are eagerly anticipating the start of the tournament, as the UFOA B U17 Cup promises to showcase the brightest young talents and foster the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie among participating nations.
