Morocco Eliminates Cameroon (1-0), Faces Senegal or Mali Winner in U17 Africa Cup Semifinals

T.E (Elbotola)

24 May 2026at17:56

The Moroccan national team has qualified for the semifinals of the U17 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating their Cameroonian counterparts 1-0 in their quarter-final match played on Sunday.

Mohamed Habib Zainabi scored the decisive goal in the 17th minute, capitalizing on an assist from his teammate Ilyane Haddidi.

In the U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals, Morocco will face the winner of the match between Senegal and Mali.

Q&A

What happened in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final match?

Morocco defeated Cameroon 1-0 in their U17 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final match on Sunday. The decisive goal was scored in the 17th minute, securing Morocco's place in the tournament semifinals.

How did Morocco qualify for the U17 Africa Cup semifinals?

Morocco qualified for the U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals by securing a 1-0 victory against Cameroon. The winning goal came early in the match, ensuring their progression to the next stage of the competition.

Who will Morocco play in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals?

Morocco will face the winner of the match between Senegal and Mali in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals. This upcoming fixture will determine which team advances to the final of the prestigious youth tournament.