Senegal U17 eliminated by Ghana on penalties in World Cup qualifiers
Senegal's U17 team lost to Ghana 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals, missing World Cup qualification.
July 13, 2026
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Source: fr.allafrica.com
Senegal's under-17 national team was eliminated from the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations by Ghana in a penalty shootout on May 19, 2025, in Morocco. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with Ghana winning 4-2 on penalties.
Ghana secured their place in the final and qualified for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, while Senegal's campaign ended in the semifinals. The defeat marked a disappointing end for Senegal, who had hoped to reach the World Cup for the first time since 2019.
The match was part of the 2025 U17 AFCON, which served as the African qualifiers for the World Cup. The top four teams from the tournament earned spots in Qatar.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did Senegal's U17 team lose to Ghana?
The match took place on May 19, 2025, in Morocco during the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals.
Did Senegal qualify for the 2025 U17 World Cup?
No, Senegal was eliminated by Ghana in the semifinals of the 2025 U17 AFCON, missing qualification for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar.
How did Ghana win the match?
Ghana won 4-2 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 following extra time.
