Egypt's U-17 Team Conducts Final Training Ahead of Morocco Clash
On Sunday, May 31, 2026, the Egyptian U-17 football team, consisting of players born in 2009, engaged in their last training session before facing off against Morocco in the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations. This pivotal match will determine the third-place winner in the tournament currently taking place in Morocco.
The showdown between Egypt and Morocco is scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, at 10 PM local time, and will be held at the auxiliary pitch of the Mohammed V Academy. Football fans can catch the live action on beIN Sports 5.
Both teams have already secured their places in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in Qatar later this year. Egypt's journey to this point has seen them endure a tough match against Tanzania, which ended in a nail-biting penalty shootout that saw them lose 4-3 after a goalless draw in regular time. On the other hand, Morocco faced Senegal and were eliminated after a 1-1 draw, ultimately losing 7-6 on penalties.
It's worth noting that these two teams met previously in the group stage of the tournament, where Morocco triumphed over Egypt with a score of 2-1, adding an extra layer of intensity to this upcoming encounter. The match not only holds significant implications for the tournament standings but also serves as a crucial opportunity for both teams to showcase their talents on an international stage.
As reported by nile.eg.
