The 2026 Africa U17 Cup of Nations (AFCON U17), set to be hosted by Morocco, has seen its group stage draw completed, with Mali placed in Group C. The tournament will bring together the continent's best under-17 national teams competing for African supremacy at youth level.
Mali, a historically strong side in African youth football, will face their group stage opponents as they aim to progress through the competition. The draw has set the stage for what promises to be a competitive tournament across all groups.
Morocco, as the host nation, will be looking to leverage home advantage in front of their passionate supporters. The tournament serves as an important qualifying pathway, as the top finishers will earn spots at the FIFA U17 World Cup.
Further details regarding match schedules, venues, and confirmed group opponents are expected to be officially released by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) ahead of the tournament's kick-off.
