Mali and Angola are set to clash in the opening match of Group C at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN U17), taking place on Thursday, May 13, 2026, at 13:00 GMT. The match is hosted at the Complexe Mohammed VI de football in Morocco.
Mali enters the tournament as a historically successful team in the U17 category, having been runners-up in the previous edition and holding multiple titles in the competition's history. Angola, meanwhile, aims to make a strong start in the group stage.
This encounter marks the first meeting between the two sides in the current tournament. Both teams are expected to field their strongest lineups as they seek early points in the group.
