The Black Starlets will face perennial rivals Nigeria in the semi-finals of the ongoing WAFU Zone B U17 Boys Championship after the Golden Eaglets topped Group B to set up the mouth-watering clash.
The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled for Tuesday at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, with kickoff at 7:00 pm local time.
The Black Starlets secured their place in the last four after a commanding 3-1 victory over Niger in their final Group A match, while the Golden Eaglets of Nigeria topped Group B following an unbeaten run. This fixture reignites one of the fiercest rivalries in African youth football, promising an intense and entertaining contest.
More than a semi-final is at stake, as the winner of Tuesday’s clash will automatically secure qualification to the U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to be staged in Morocco next year. This adds extra motivation for both teams, who will be eager to seize the opportunity and book their place at the continental showpiece.
The Black Starlets are expected to approach the game with confidence after their rejuvenated performance against Niger, while Nigeria will aim to maintain their dominance in the competition.
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