Bamako, Mali – (African Boulevard News) – The TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has kicked off in great style, with teams aiming to showcase their skills and compete for continental glory. Mali, who recorded a win in their opening game of the tournament, have set their sights high, with their head coach Soumaila Tiemogo expressing their intentions to go all the way.
Mali’s Pledge for TotalEnergies U17 AFCON Glory
Mali kicked off their TotalEnergies U17 AFCON campaign with a 2-1 win over Burkina Faso in a Group C opener played in Annaba, Algeria. Following the match, head coach Soumaila Tiemogo was quick to express his team’s ambitions for the tournament.
“We want to go all the way,” said Tiemogo. “Our aim is to win the cup. We have prepared well for this tournament, and we will continue to work hard to achieve our objective.”
Tiemogo’s sentiments were echoed by his players, who expressed confidence in their ability to go all the way. Mali has produced some of the most talented young players on the African continent over the years, and Tiemogo believes this current crop is no different.
“We have a good team, filled with talented players,” said Tiemogo. “They have the skills and abilities to compete with the best teams in this tournament. Our focus is on taking one game at a time, but our ultimate goal is to lift this trophy.”
Mali’s Chances in the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON
Mali has a rich footballing history, and they are no strangers to success on the continental stage. The West African nation has won the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON twice before, in 2015 and 2017, and they will be hoping to add a third title to their trophy cabinet.
With the likes of Nigeria, Cameroon and Morocco also vying for the title, Mali will face stiff competition. However, Tiemogo believes his side is up for the challenge and is confident that they will rise to the occasion.
“We know that there are very good teams in this tournament, but we believe in ourselves,” said Tiemogo. “Our objective is to go all the way, and we are ready to fight for it.”
Conclusion
Mali’s ambition and confidence are a testament to their quality and their belief in themselves. They know that the road ahead will not be easy, but they are ready to face any challenge that comes their way. With their sights set on TotalEnergies U17 AFCON glory, Mali will be looking to make their mark on the tournament and etch their name in the history books.
