Egypt U17s Open AFCON Campaign with Goalless Draw Against Ethiopia
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13 May 2026at15:00
The Egyptian U17 national team began their campaign in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations with a goalless draw against their Ethiopian counterparts. The match, part of the first round of the group stage, took place on Wednesday.
Played at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, the encounter finished 0-0. Both teams showed significant tactical caution, resulting in a lack of clear-cut scoring opportunities throughout the game.
Neither side managed to establish a clear attacking dominance during the proceedings, with both teams ultimately settling for a single point to kick off their continental campaign.
Egypt and Ethiopia are both in Group A of the tournament, alongside hosts Morocco and Tunisia.
Q&A
What was the result of the Egypt U17s' opening AFCON match?
The Egypt U17 national team began their U17 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a goalless draw against Ethiopia. Both sides displayed tactical caution, leading to a lack of clear scoring opportunities in the match.
How does the draw impact Egypt U17s' position in the AFCON group stage?
The goalless draw means both Egypt and Ethiopia secured a single point to start their continental campaign. They are both in Group A, which also includes the host nation and another strong contender.
What are the next steps for the Egypt U17 team in the AFCON tournament?
Following their opening draw, the Egypt U17 national team will continue their U17 Africa Cup of Nations journey in Group A. They will need to secure stronger results in upcoming matches to advance from the group stage.
