U17 World Cup: Mali Impresses as Morocco and Senegal Prepare to Play
The FIFA U-17 World Cup, taking place in Qatar with an expanded roster of 48 nations, saw strong performances from several African teams on its opening day.
Mali’s Remarkable Victory
Mali made an impressive start in Group L by defeating New Zealand 3-0, with goals from Seydou Dembele, Zoumana Ballo, and Raymond Bomba.
Other African Team Results
- Egypt opened their campaign in Group E with a convincing 4-1 win over Haiti, highlighted by a two-goal performance from Belal Attia.
- Zambia triumphed 3-1 against Indonesia in Group H.
- Ivory Coast faced a tough challenge, losing 4-1 to Switzerland in Group F.
Upcoming Matches for African Teams
On Thursday, Morocco, Tunisia, South Africa, and Senegal are set to play, aiming to make an impact or recover from earlier setbacks.
Event Significance
This 2025 edition features 48 teams, including 10 from Africa, showcasing the growing strength of African youth football on the global stage.
"This expanded tournament highlights the vitality of African youth football worldwide."
Summary: The expanded 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup demonstrates Africa’s rising football talent, with Mali’s strong start and several teams poised to impress in upcoming matches.
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