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African youth football international preparations

Overview

Several African nations are conducting intensive training programs for youth football teams ahead of upcoming international competitions.

In Djibouti, the national federation has established a six-day weekly training schedule for U17 and U20 teams, including friendly matches to prepare players for senior-level demands. Madagascar is also preparing its Barea U15 and U17 squads, with the U15 team utilizing the FIFA Talent Development Scheme for the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan.

Cameroon has initiated physical and tactical training at the FECAFOOT technical center for its U15 squad to prepare for the same FIFA tournament in Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, Senegal has finalized its 25-player roster for the U17 national team, incorporating several players from its previous African championship-winning squad as they target the UFOA-A tournament and Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

Entities

FIFA · Djibouti Football Federation · FECAFOOT · Barea

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    African youth football teams begin major international preparations

    Cameroon's U15 team begins physical training for the 2026 FIFA U15 World Cup, while Senegal reveals its 25-player U17 roster featuring several continental champions.

  2. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Youth football teams in Djibouti and Madagascar begin international preparations

    Youth football teams in Djibouti and Madagascar are undergoing intensive training to prepare for upcoming international tournaments, including FIFA and COSAFA competitions.

Sources

echosante.info · fdf.dj · lexpress.mg · wiwsport.com