Morocco Drawn in Group B for 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations
Tournament Groups and Schedule Revealed
Morocco’s U-20 national team has been placed in Group B for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (AFCON), alongside Nigeria, Tunisia, and Kenya. The official draw took place in Cairo, setting the stage for the prestigious youth football tournament.
Tournament Structure and Key Details
Scheduled from April 27 to May 18, 2025 in Egypt, the competition will feature 12 teams divided into three groups:
- Group A: Egypt (hosts), Zambia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania
- Group B: Morocco, Nigeria, Tunisia, Kenya
- Group C: Senegal (defending champions), Central African Republic, DR Congo, Ghana
Qualification Path and World Cup Berths
The tournament’s knockout phase will see the top two teams from each group advance to the quarter-finals, joined by the two best third-placed teams. The four semi-finalists will secure qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile (September 27 – October 19, 2025).
Hosting Changes and Morocco’s Road to Qualification
Originally scheduled for Côte d’Ivoire, the tournament was relocated to Egypt after the Ivorian withdrawal in March. The draw was consequently re-conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Morocco earned their spot by dominating the UNAF (North African) qualifiers in Suez last November, showcasing their prowess in regional youth football.
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