U17 World Cup: African Teams Shine on Opening Day
The FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, featuring an expanded lineup of 48 nations, kicked off with impressive performances from several African teams.
Mali’s Strong Debut
Mali made a remarkable start in Group L by defeating New Zealand 3-0. The goals were scored by Seydou Dembele, Zoumana Ballo, and Raymond Bomba, showcasing Mali's promising talent.
Earlier Victories and Challenges
- Egypt dominated Group E with a 4-1 win over Haiti, highlighted by a brace from Belal Attia on November 4.
- Zambia claimed a 3-1 victory against Indonesia in Group H.
- Ivory Coast faced difficulties, losing 4-1 to Switzerland in Group F.
Upcoming Matches on Thursday
On November 7, other African teams will take the stage. Morocco, Tunisia, South Africa, and Senegal will aim to impress in their opening games or recover from early setbacks.
African Presence in 2025 U-17 World Cup
This tournament includes 48 teams overall, with 10 representing Africa, reflecting the growing strength of African youth football internationally.
"This expanded edition demonstrates the vitality of African youth football on the world stage."
Author's summary: African teams showed strong performances at the start of the 2025 U-17 World Cup, highlighting the continent's emerging football talent.
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