Morocco's Stellar Performance in U17 CAN Qualifiers
The highly anticipated clash in the UNAF U17 competition, which serves as the qualifying tournament for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), took place in Libya, featuring a derby match between Morocco and Algeria. Following a commanding victory against Libya (1-5), Algeria faced Morocco, who were the clear favorites having secured a win against Tunisia (2-0) in their opening match. This matchup was expected to showcase the strength of Morocco's youth team, known as the Lionceaux of the Atlas.
In a match that unfolded as expected, Morocco proved their dominance by securing a decisive 3-0 victory over Algeria. The standout performance came from Ibrahim Rabbaj, a promising talent from Chelsea, who played a pivotal role in the game. Algeria struggled to keep pace with Morocco’s skillful play and strategic execution, ultimately unable to mount a significant challenge. With this win, Morocco continues to assert its supremacy in youth football and appears well-positioned to clinch a spot in the U17 CAN. The team's next challenge will come against Egypt, with the top three teams from this tournament qualifying for the continental competition.
As reported by footmercato.net.
