Morocco's U17 national team faces Ethiopia on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in a critical Group A match of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) U17 tournament. The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM local time (Morocco) and will be broadcast on Arryadia and beIN Sports.
After a 1-1 draw against Tunisia in their opening match, Morocco needs a win to boost their chances of advancing to the knockout stages. The group is tightly contested, with all four teams—Morocco, Tunisia, Ethiopia, and Zambia—level on points after the first round of matches.
Ethiopia also drew their opening match, 0-0 against Zambia, making this encounter pivotal for both sides. A victory for either team would put them in a strong position to qualify for the quarter-finals.
Morocco's coach has emphasized the importance of discipline and taking chances in front of goal. The team has been working on set pieces and defensive organization in training.
The match will be played at the Stade d'Honneur in Casablanca, Morocco. Fans are expected to fill the stadium to support the young Atlas Lions.
