The Atlas Cubs Pursue African Final in Thrilling Match Against Ivory Coast
The Moroccan national under-17 team continues its remarkable journey in the Africa U-17 Cup of Nations, preparing for a tough clash against their Ivorian counterparts in the semifinal match scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Bouhlal Stadium in Mohammedia, starting at 8 PM.
The Atlas Cubs advanced to this stage after convincingly defeating South Africa 3-1 in the quarterfinal match held on Thursday evening, April 10.
On the other hand, Ivory Coast reached the semifinals by overcoming Senegal in a penalty shootout (5-3) after the match ended in a goalless draw during the regular time on Friday, April 11.
The tournament, hosted by the Kingdom until April 19, features the leading national teams from the continent in the under-17 category and serves as a significant platform for showcasing emerging talents in African football.
The encounter between Morocco and Ivory Coast is expected to be highly competitive, reflecting the increasing ambitions of the national team to reach the final and clinch the title on home soil in front of their fans.
