The quarterfinal schedule for the 2025 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco has been confirmed, with matches taking place on May 22 and 23, 2026. The tournament, which began on May 10, features eight teams advancing from the group stage.
On May 22, Senegal will face Burkina Faso at 5:00 PM local time, followed by Mali vs. South Africa at 8:00 PM. On May 23, the matches include Morocco vs. Tanzania at 5:00 PM and Ivory Coast vs. Zambia at 8:00 PM. All times are local (UTC+1).
The semifinals are scheduled for May 26, with the final and third-place match on May 29. The tournament serves as qualification for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, with the top four teams earning spots.
Morocco is hosting the tournament for the first time, with matches held in Casablanca and El Jadida. Defending champions Senegal are among the favorites, having won the title in 2023.
