Africa: Senegal Crowned TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Afcon Champions After Shootout Win Over Tanzania
The Serengeti Boys reached the final after penalty wins over Algeria and Egypt and can secure Tanzania’s first CAF continental title.
- Senegal were crowned champions of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2026, after beating Tanzania 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in Tuesday's final at Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.
- Early in the match, Hamis Chenga fired home from the edge of the box in the seventh minute, giving the Serengeti Boys a shock lead that rewarded their tactical discipline and exposed early uncertainty in Senegal's defense.
- The equalizer came in the 64th minute when Ibrahima Dione turned in a rebound after goalkeeper Haji Abdullahi failed to hold a free-kick from Souleymane Commissaire Faye, shifting momentum to the Young Lions.
- Senegal's win secured their second U-17 AFCON title, cementing their continental powerhouse status, while Tanzania qualified for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar despite the defeat.
- Head coach Elieneza Nsanganzelu praised his squad's resilience, stating, "We are ready to fight for the trophy and make Tanzania proud," highlighting East African youth football's rising strength.
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Africa: Senegal Crowned TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Afcon Champions After Shootout Win Over Tanzania
Senegal were crowned champions of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2026, after beating Tanzania 4-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in Tuesday's final in Rabat.
Serengeti Boys chase history in Afcon U-17 final against Senegal
The Tanzania Under-17 national football team, popularly known as the Serengeti Boys, will tonight take on Senegal in the final of the CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2026, with...
Senegal was crowned champion of Africa U17 on Tuesday 2 June in Rabat, after winning in the final against Tanzania (1-1, 4-2 t.a.b.). He succeeded Morocco and won his second continental title.
Senegal beat Tanzania on penalties to win CAF U-17 AFCON 2026
The tears and cheers flowed in equal measure in Rabat as Senegal were crowned champions of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Tanzania 4-2 on penalties following a gripping 1-1 draw, ending a tournament that showcased the future of African football. For much of the evening, it looked as though Tanzania’s remarkable journey would have a dream ending. The Serengeti Boys stunned the favourites after just seven minutes …
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