On May 16, 2026, at 19:00 GMT, Morocco and Ethiopia will compete in the second matchday of Group A at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN U17). The tournament, organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), is being held in Morocco from April 30 to May 19, 2026.
According to CAF's official schedule, Morocco, as host nation, opened the tournament with a 2-0 victory over Zambia on April 30. Ethiopia, meanwhile, lost their opening match 3-1 to Tanzania on the same day. Both teams are seeking crucial points to advance to the knockout stage.
Probable lineups for the match have not been officially confirmed by CAF as of May 15, 2026. However, based on previous matches, Morocco is expected to field a strong starting eleven, while Ethiopia will aim to recover from their opening defeat. The match will be played at a venue in Morocco, likely in Casablanca or Rabat.
This match is critical for both sides: a win for Morocco would solidify their position at the top of Group A, while Ethiopia needs a positive result to keep their quarterfinal hopes alive. The top two teams from each group advance to the quarterfinals.
