Senegal U17 claims narrow victory over Tunisia in pre-CAN preparation
The Senegalese U17 national team secured a hard-fought 1-0 win against Tunisia in a recent friendly match, marking another step forward in their preparations for the upcoming 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) U17. The decisive goal came from forward Cheikh Omar Sy, who capitalized on a crucial moment to seal the victory.
The match took place at the Hammam Lif Municipal Stadium under the guidance of head coach Lamine Sané. Following this result, the team will now travel to Morocco to continue their training camp before their tournament debut.
key fixtures and group stages revealed
The CAN U17 2026, scheduled from May 13 to June 2, will feature 16 teams divided into four groups. The Senegalese side has been placed in Group D, alongside South Africa, Algeria, and Ghana. Their opening match is set for May 14 at 4:00 PM, where they will face South Africa.
The defending champions, Morocco, will compete in Group A with Tunisia, Egypt, and Ethiopia. Meanwhile, Group B includes Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Group C features Mali, Angola, Tanzania, and Mozambique.
what’s next for the Lions of Teranga?
The Senegalese U17 team, nicknamed the Lionceaux (Little Lions), will use their time in Morocco to fine-tune tactics and build team chemistry ahead of the tournament. With a strong squad and a history of success in youth competitions, expectations are high for their campaign in the CAN U17.
