Morocco U17 Qualify for Quarter-Finals and World Cup After Defeating Egypt (2-1)
T.E (Elbotola)
19 May 2026at20:57
The Morocco U17 national team has qualified for the quarter-finals of the U17 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating their Egyptian counterparts 2-1. The match took place today, Tuesday, as part of the final round of the group stage.
With this victory, the Morocco U17 national team also secured its participation in the U17 World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in Qatar in 2026.
In the match, Mohamed Amine Mostach opened the scoring for the Moroccan side in the 18th minute. Imran Talai then doubled the lead in the 45+2nd minute. Egypt managed to reduce the deficit through Ziad Saudi in the 49th minute.
This win saw the Morocco U17 team finish the group stage at the top of their group with 7 points. Their Egyptian counterparts finished second with 4 points, followed by Ethiopia (4 points) and Tunisia (1 point) in third and fourth place, respectively.
What did the Morocco U17 team achieve in their recent match against Egypt?
The Morocco U17 team secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Egypt in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. This win propelled them into the quarter-finals and, more importantly, confirmed their qualification for the prestigious U17 World Cup.
How did Morocco U17's victory impact their standing in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations group?
Morocco U17's victory propelled them to the top of their U17 Africa Cup of Nations group. They finished with a strong seven points, placing them ahead of their Egyptian counterparts. This top finish provides a strategic advantage for the upcoming knockout rounds.
What are the next steps for the Morocco U17 team after qualifying for the World Cup?
The Morocco U17 team will now advance to the quarter-finals of the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. This competition offers crucial experience and preparation as they look ahead to their participation in the U17 World Cup, scheduled for 2026.
