Senegal's U17 national team won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title on May 29, 2026, defeating Morocco 2-1 in the final held in Morocco. The victory marked Senegal's first U17 AFCON title.
According to reports from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Senegal took an early lead through a goal by midfielder Ousmane Diallo in the 12th minute. Morocco equalized just before halftime via a penalty converted by Youssef El Mourabit. The winning goal came in the 67th minute from striker Mamadou Sarr, who capitalized on a defensive error.
Senegal's coach, Pape Thiaw, expressed pride in his team's performance, stating, 'This is a historic moment for Senegalese football. The players showed incredible determination and discipline.' The win qualifies Senegal for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup.
