Bamako, Mali – (African Boulevard News) – The TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is in full swing, with teams vying to be crowned champions in Algeria. With the Malian U17 squad impressing many in their opening game against Tunisia, forward Mamadou Doumbia has revealed that the young Eagles are eager to make history and challenge for the title.
Doumbia firmly believes that Mali, who won the tournament in 2015, has what it takes to lift the trophy once again. In an exclusive interview with African Boulevard News, the 16-year-old said: “We are a strong team, and we want to write our own history by winning the AFCON U17 title again. We have a united team, and we have been working hard to achieve our goal.”
Mali’s impressive performance in their opening match against Tunisia, where they secured a 1-0 victory, has raised expectations from their fans and analysts. However, Doumbia was quick to point out that the team is not getting ahead of themselves: “We won the first game, but we know that there are still a lot of matches to play. We must keep our focus and continue working hard.”
Despite the challenges that come with playing in a major tournament, the Malian team has been showing great promise. Doumbia is just one of many exciting talents in the squad, which has a good mix of experience and youthfulness. The team’s technical staff, led by coach Baye Ba, has also been praised for their preparations and tactics.
Mali’s next game is against Congo on Wednesday, and Doumbia is hoping to inspire his team to another victory. “We know Congo is a formidable opponent, but we are ready for the challenge. We want to continue our winning streak and make our country proud.”
The young Eagles’ determination to make history in the tournament is admirable, and their performances on the pitch so far have shown that they are a team to watch out for. With Doumbia and his teammates eager to make an impact, the fans can expect a thrilling journey ahead.
In conclusion, Mali’s U17 team is off to a great start in the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON, and with Doumbia’s words, it is clear that they have their eyes set on the prize. The team’s unity, hard work, and determination will undoubtedly make them a force to reckon with in the tournament.
