Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – (African Boulevard News) – Souleymane Alio, a forward from Burkina Faso, has been named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. Alio was awarded the accolade following his exceptional performance for his team in Algeria.
The announcement was made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after Burkina Faso’s stunning victory over Cameroon in the final of the tournament. Alio was undoubtedly the star of the show, scoring a brace to help his team win 2-1.
The young forward played a pivotal role in Burkina Faso’s success throughout the tournament, scoring a total of four goals and providing two assists in six games. Alio’s standout display earned him admiration from fans, coaches, and fellow players across the continent.
Alio expressed his delight at winning the MVP award, saying, “It’s a great honor to be named the MVP of the TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations. I dedicate this award to my teammates, who have been amazing throughout the tournament. It’s a great feeling to have contributed to Burkina Faso’s success.”
CAF President Patrice Motsepe congratulated Alio, saying, “He played an outstanding role in helping Burkina Faso win the TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations. We are pleased to have such talented players gracing our tournament, and we look forward to seeing them excel in the future.”
The TotalEnergies U17 AFCON is Africa’s premier tournament for players under the age of 17, and it serves as a platform for identifying young talent across the continent. The tournament, which was first held in 1995, was rebranded as the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON in 2021 following a partnership between CAF and TotalEnergies.
Alio’s performance in the tournament has marked him as an emerging talent to watch out for on the continent. As he looks to build on his success, the young forward will be hoping to transition seamlessly into the senior national team setup and make an impact in senior competitions.
Alio’s MVP award is a testament to the talent and potential that exists in African football. As the continent continues to produce young footballers, tournaments like the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON provide a crucial platform for them to showcase their skills and set themselves on the path to success.
