Exciting Showdowns in the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 AFCON Semi-Finals
The TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations, taking place in Morocco, is set to captivate football enthusiasts as the tournament reaches its semi-final stage. Scheduled for Thursday, the event features two thrilling matches that can be streamed live on the official CAF TV YouTube channel. The first match will see Egypt squaring off against Tanzania at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat, starting at 17:00 local time. Following this clash, the host nation and defending champions, Morocco, will take on Senegal at 20:00 local time.
Fans can look forward to comprehensive coverage of these matches, including live broadcasts, match highlights, and exclusive interviews on CAF's YouTube platform. In addition to online streaming, viewers in various regions can catch the semi-finals through CAF's broadcasting partners, which include beIN Sport, Canal+, SuperSport, Azam TV, SABC Sport, and over 20 other channels worldwide.
Teams Competing for Glory
The semi-finals feature four teams that have already secured their spots in the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup, intensifying the competition as they now vie for the coveted continental title and a place in the final, scheduled for next Tuesday. Egypt enters this match in formidable form, having delivered an impressive performance in the quarter-finals by defeating Côte d’Ivoire with a score of 4-1. In contrast, Tanzania has emerged as one of the tournament's surprise packages, reaching the semi-finals after a thrilling encounter against Algeria, which ended in a dramatic 3-3 draw before Tanzania triumphed 4-3 in a penalty shootout.
The second match will feature a heavyweight showdown between Morocco and Senegal. Morocco, buoyed by enthusiastic home support, secured their semi-final berth with a narrow 1-0 victory over Cameroon, while Senegal advanced after a nail-biting penalty shootout against Mali, winning 4-2 after a 1-1 draw. This semi-final stage is a golden opportunity for global viewers to witness some of Africa's most promising young talents at a pivotal point in their careers, promising an evening filled with excitement, skill, and potential breakout performances.
**Semi-final Schedule:**
**Egypt vs. Tanzania**
Kick-off: 17:00 local time
Venue: Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat
Watch: CAF TV on YouTube and selected broadcast partners
**Morocco vs. Senegal**
Kick-off: 20:00 local time
Venue: Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat
Watch: CAF TV on YouTube and selected broadcast partners
As reported by cafonline.com.
